As a longtime resident in Chicago, IL, Attorney Gregory R. LaPapa is proud of the roots he has in the community and honored to use his skills to help families and individuals facing tough legal challenges. Attorney LaPapa has been prosecuting and defending complex legal matters in Chicago for decades, and his lengthy experience and tough negotiation tactics make him an attorney you will want to have on your side. Navigating the court system can be very intimidating, even when you are confident of the facts in your case. Attorney LaPapa is a graduate of DePaul University School of Law. After passing the Illinois State Bar Exam, he began his legal career working with the Illinois Attorney General’s office as an Assistant Attorney General. Since then, he has spent over 30 years helping Illinois residents resolve a wide range of legal matters, including criminal defense and domestic violence cases, DUI charges, and serious traffic violations. As an animal rights advocate, Attorney LaPapa’s passion for justice extends to all creatures. His philosophy of “have law, will travel” sums up his straightforward approach to helping others. At LaPapa Law Group, no case is too big or too small for us to handle. We are dedicated to providing a high caliber of legal services and passionate legal representation.

Christopher has been instrumental in facilitating positive outcomes for criminal and civil cases. With half a decade of industry experience, Christopher is the principal owner of the Law Office of C.M.R. Wright. Most notably, Christopher has successfully represented a variety of clients. He is a graduate of Thurgood Marshall School of Law. He is an active member of the Illinois Bar Association and the Cook County Bar Association. Outside of the office, Christopher enjoys watching sports, traveling, art, and staying active. He grew up in Illinois and he currently lives in the Chicagoland area.

We specialize in bringing the law to your corner. We are dedicated to understanding what results you want and to helping you understand what actions we can take on your behalf. We will work with you every step of the way to make sure that you understand the choices you are making and feel empowered to make them.

James A. Podgorny is a sole practicing attorney, which means he will be the only attorney you will deal with at the firm. You will not be shuffled amongst many associates who will not necessarily know the current status of your case, as is commonly found in large law firms. Mr. Podgorny will always know the status of your file, and you can always address your concerns directly with him. Mr. Podgorny will return your telephone calls in a timely manner, leaving you free from the stress and anxiety of worrying if you have an attorney focused on your matter at hand.

Since 1990, the legal team at Mitchell S. Sexner & Associates LLC has helped over 10,000 clients in cases involving criminal, traffic, personal injury, medical malpractice, and workers compensation matters. Mitchell Sexner is a former assistant States Attorney and every member of the legal team is very experienced and knowledgeable. Criminal and traffic fees are offered on a flat fee basis with payment plans where necessary. Medical malpractice, personal injury and workers' compensation matters are handled on a contingency basis with no money down and no fees charged unless you win. Many millions of dollars have been collected for our clients over the years. Call today for free information about how we can help you.

Ari Trubitt is a Senior Associate Attorney at Sexner & Associates LLC and a life-long Chicago area resident who graduated from the University of Illinois and the John Marshall School of Law. He began his legal career as an intern at the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office and soon thereafter moved to a law firm from which he began practicing all manner of criminal defense from minor traffic offenses and misdemeanor cases up to first-degree murder. Within his first two years of practice, he had already been sworn into the Federal Bar for the Northern District of Illinois, the Eastern District of Wisconsin, and the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals; a remarkable accomplishment. He has represented clients on felony charges not only in Illinois, but in Wisconsin, Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, and California, as well as on federal cases in the Central and Southern Districts of Illinois and the state of Nebraska. He brings a lifetime of criminal and traffic law experience to the table. Over the following period of nearly 15 years, Attorney Trubitt then exclusively represented union members for all their traffic and criminal offenses, including a high volume of DUI, domestic battery and assault cases. During this time, he also appeared on behalf of hundreds of clients during deportation (removal) hearings and other clients in their efforts to obtain lawful citizenship status, using immigration knowledge that he still employs on a daily basis to assist non-citizens charged with criminal and traffic matters. A past member of the Illinois State Bar Association’s “Traffic Law and Courts Committee”, he has lectured at legal seminars and authored articles related to DUI law and the like. He has served the public as a member of the Judicial Evaluation Committee and as chairperson of those committees whose job it is to evaluate candidates for judicial positions and to rate them. At Sexner & Associates LLC, Mr. Trubitt is also the Senior Attorney in charge of Secretary of State Hearings. In this capacity, he represents clients charged with suspended and revoked licenses before the State of Illinois. His vast experience in this area has earned him a highly successful record of winning back driving privileges for hundreds of drivers.

Our offices concentrate on practicing criminal defense for individuals facing charges of felonies and misdemeanors at both the state and federal levels, as well as those who are under investigation for state and federal crimes. We understand that being accused of a crime or being under investigation can be very distressing and that's why Attorney James F. DiQuattro, with his 10 years of experience, is dedicated to providing criminal defense services specifically for those individuals. Mr. DiQuattro has a track record of successfully securing acquittals and dismissals in various cases, including DUI, sex crimes, and violent crimes. He has also obtained favorable resolutions in cases that prevented imprisonment, felony or misdemeanor convictions, and other consequences such as losing a driver's license or offender registration requirements. With a holistic approach, Mr. DiQuattro strives to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. To schedule your initial consultation with the Chicago Criminal Defense Attorney, please submit a form online or call 312-627-9482.

James “Jim” B. Goldberg received his Juris Doctorate in 1999 from the John Marshall Law School. He also received his Bachelor of Arts Degree in Secondary Education from DePaul University. Prior to attending Law School, James was a High School teacher in the Chicago Public School System. James is a Lecturer at the Illinois Emergency Nurse Association (IENA) and Adjunct Lecturer at Capital Area School of Nursing (Springfield).

Darryl A. Goldberg is an aggressive criminal defense lawyer who represents those accused of the most serious criminal offenses in both federal and state courts. Based in Chicago, he regularly travels to other state and federal district and appellate courts to represent his clients, often in high profile cases. In the course of his criminal defense practice, his clients have included professional athletes, celebrities, doctors, lawyers, accountants, and law enforcement officers. His relentless efforts as a trial lawyer have resulted in jury verdicts acquitting his clients of everything from first-degree murder to large scale drug conspiracy charges. He chairs many committees for the American and Chicago Bar Associations, including the Criminal Law and Criminal Trial Evidence Committees.

Have you been investigated for or charged with a serious criminal offense such as homicide, drug charges or a gun crime? Are you seeking experienced, energetic criminal defense that can free you of these overwhelming difficulties and return you to a normal life? Veteran Chicago criminal defense lawyer Hal M. Garfinkel is a former prosecutor with 20 years of experience. Past clients and opposing counsel in past criminal cases agree: Hal M. Garfinkel is the Chicago defense attorney you need to speak for your rights in state or federal criminal offenses. Contact the Law Offices of Hal M. Garfinkel in Chicago, Illinois, for a free initial consultation. Mr. Garfinkel represents clients in Chicago and surrounding cities in DuPage County, Cook County and Lake County, and throughout Illinois. He is available 24/7 by phone, fax or e-mail.