Former Prosecutor & Assistant Appellate Defender
I am a former DUI and felony prosecutor for both Kane and LaSalle Counties. I am also a former employee and current contract attorney for the State Appellate Defender. In that capacity, I have submitted over 50 appellate briefs to the State appellate courts and have also successfully petitioned the Illinios Supreme Court for Leave to Appeal. I have also argued before the Third District Court of Appeals.
Experienced
I was licensed in 1994. After working as a public servant for almost 5 years, I have been a private defense attorney in Kane County for more than 12 years. As such, I have developed strong relationships with other attorneys, prosecutors, public defenders, judges and other court personnel.
Published
I have been published in the areas of DUI, criminal, traffic and internet law in many formats including practice manuals, bar journals, newsletters and appellate opinions.
Involved in Changing State Law
I am a current member of the Illinois State Bar Association Traffic Laws & Courts Section Council. The Section Council is directly involved in reviewing, commenting upon and proposing new legislation involving traffic and DUI laws in Illinois. Additionally, several of my successful appeals have effectively changed state law.
Trusted and Respected
I have been selected by the Kane County Judiciary to serve as one of three criminal and juvenile-abuse/neglect conflict attorneys in Kane County.
Serves the Community
I have made public speaking appearances to groups such as MADD, SADD and ZONTA and have appeared as a guest speaker on a local cable television network to discuss domestic violence issues.
Philosophy
My philosophy is that communication is the key to client satisfaction. I also understand that every case is unique and personal to each client. Since my satisfied clients are my best referral source, I am committed to serving their needs in the most economical and efficient manner possible. To ensure quick and effective communication with my clients, I use the latest computer technology to manage my cases and communicate with my clients. I am available by phone, fax, voicemail, website and e-mail. I pledge to give each case the utmost attention and to promptly communicate any development affecting case status before the end of the business day, or as soon thereafter as reasonably possible. *See communication policy on next page*
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