Sam L. Amirante, a retired Judge of the Circuit Court of Cook County has returned to private practice, where he concentrates in the areas of criminal and civil litigation. While a Judge, Sam Amirante was assigned to the County’s Third District Courthouse in Rolling Meadows for 13 years and 3 years in the City of Chicago, Judge Amirante carried out his duties with competence, integrity, dedication and compassion. A Chicago columnist, who dubbed Judge Amirante the Hugging Judge, noted that he occasionally directed youngsters in court to hug their parents after resolving matters which have caused an emotional break between them, usually evoking a round of applause from his courtroom. After his appointment to the bench in December, 1988, Judge Amirante presided over hundreds of jury and non-jury trials involving Felonies, Misdemeanors, Traffic, Domestic and Civil matters. He earned approval and praise from sundry citizens, government officials and court watchers. Upon graduation from Loyola University of Chicago with a Bachelor of Science Degree in 1970 Sam enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. From 1970 to 1976 Sam honorably served in the United States Marine Corps on both active and reserve duty attaining the rank of Sergeant and Platoon Leader. While in boot camp he became the17th Marine in the long history of the Corps to receive a perfect 500 points on the tough Marine Corps physical fitness test. Sam is currently a member of the American Legion, Chicago Police Marine Corps League, Italian American War Veterans and various other veteran groups. While on reserve duty, Sam earned his Juris Doctor Degree (JD) from Loyola University School of Law in 1974, graduating in the upper third of his class and was a member of the Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity. While attending school, he worked part-time as a policeman for the Village of Norridge. Following his admission to the Illinois Bar, he became an Assistant Public Defender participating as lead counsel in hundreds of felony and misdemeanor bench and jury trials. Sam eventually became the supervising attorney for all of Northwest Suburban Cook County. In 1978,Sam entered the private practice of law where he tried cases throughout the State of Illinois and other States and served for a Prosecutor for the Village of Norridge. That same year, together with Attorney Robert M. Motta, provided legal counsel for serial killer John Wayne Gacy. At the conclusion of the trial, the trial judge commended Amirante and Motta for the excellent legal defense they had provided during the 15-week long trial. Prior to Judge Amirante’s appointment to the bench in 1988, he was a partner in the law firm of Amirante & Etchingham with offices in Park Ridge. In 1987, upon completion of the United States v. Jack Farmer et.al. trial in the United States Federal District Court for the Northern District of Illinois the Court Buffs of Chicago reported in their December 10, 1987 Courtwatchers Newsletter: “Having observed the likes of BAILEY, BUGLIOSI, AND SPENCE PERFORM IN CHICAGO COURTROOMS, we can say the amicable AMIRANTE ranks with them.”Sam is licensed to practice law in the State of Illinois, the Federal and U.S. Supreme courts. He has appeared pro hoc vice on matters in Wisconsin, California, Michigan, Washington, Indiana, and Washington, D.C. He has served as a representative of the Illinois State Bar Association; Northwest Suburban Bar Association (past president); Italian American Bar Association; Illinois Judges Association; the Justinian Society of Lawyers; the Board of Special Olympics; Board Member of Our Lady of Pompeii Catholic Church in Chicago; Legal Technology Advisory Board at Harper College; the Arts and Science Alumni Association of Loyola University; National Italian American Sports Hall of Fame; the Italian American Political Coalition and Joint Civic Committee of Italian Americans; Director and Legal Counsel for the Italian American Police Association; Director for the Little City Board; and as author of the Missing Child Act of 1984, commonly referred to as I-SEARCH; and authored the Loyola Law Review article George Orwell’s 1984 Revisited, Police Abuse of Computers in the 20th Century; and has appeared on numerous television and radio programs as well as speaking engagements.

Alexander Gruzmark immigrated to the United States in 1978 from Lvov, Ukraine. After earning his Juris Doctorate from Loyola University School of Law, Alexander established Gruzmark Law, Ltd. in 2001. Concentrating on personal injury representation, Attorney Gruzmark is dedicated to helping injury victims receive justified financial compensation. Having more than 20 years of legal experience, Attorney Gruzmark also practices in medical malpractice, workers' compensation, criminal defense, and business transactions. Located in Glenview, IL, Alexander Gruzmark serves clients throughout Cook County, Lake County, and DuPage County. To schedule a free consultation with Attorney Gruzmark, visit his website or call 847-729-7660.

James Nicodemus proudly serves Glenview, IL and the neighboring communities in the areas of divorce & family law, as well as real estate law.

Matthew Livingston is a member of the Illinois Bar Association, the Chicago Bar Association, and the Illinois Real Estate Lawyers Association. Knowledgeable in many areas of law, Attorney Livingston concentrates his practice on estate planning, real estate, and business formation matters. Located in Glenview, IL, Matthew is passionate about providing legal help to the members of his community. To schedule a free initial consultation, contact our Glenview probate attorney online or by calling 847-544-6657.

Leo Sokolov graduated from DePaul University in Chicago with a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science in 2012, and in 2015 he graduated from The John Marshall Law School now known as University of Illinois Chicago Law School with a J.D. in 2015. He received his LLM degree at John Marshall Law School concentrating in Tax in 2018. While in the Juris Doctor program at John Marshall, he also worked as a teaching assistant to Professor Julie M. Spanbauer and earned a CALI award in Constitutional Law. Prior to passing the bar, Leo gained nearly two years of experience working as a clerk for the Law Office of Michael P. Doman from January, 2014 through November, 2015. He then transitioned to an attorney with the firm and was sworn in as an Illinois Attorney in November, 2015. Leo is a member of the Chicago Bar Association and Illinois State Bar Association. He is fluent in Russian.

For more than four decades, Arnold Goldstein has provided results-focused advocacy for a broad range of family law issues. During his tenure, Mr. Goldstein has established a reputation for aggressively advancing his clients’ interests during negotiations and in the courtroom.

Eric, the founder of Sucharski Law Firm LLC, has dedicated his career exclusively to family law. With extensive experience in trial litigation and a track record of successfully negotiating settlements for complex divorce, child custody, and child support cases, Eric employs a strategic and measured approach that combines legal expertise with a deep understanding of his clients' needs. To schedule your free consultation with the Northbrook, IL Divorce Attorney, please visit online or call 224-276-6600.

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Joel (Joe) D. Moses is a founding partner of Kass & Moses Personal Injury Lawyers, a law firm dedicated to representing individuals injured in bicycle, motorcycle, and auto accidents. With over 34 years of experience in personal injury law, Joel has earned a reputation as a compassionate advocate and relentless legal strategist who consistently delivers exceptional results for his clients. Joe’s practice focuses on navigating the aftermath of serious injuries for his clients. As a three-time cancer survivor, Joel brings personal insight into the challenges of recovery. He understands the complexities of medical care—billing, records, doctor visits, rehabilitation, and everything in between. This unique perspective deepens his empathy for clients who are enduring their own difficult journeys, and he often serves as a guide, helping them navigate the path toward healing and justice. At the heart of his work is the firm’s mission: to allow clients to focus on healing while we pursue the best possible legal outcomes on their behalf. His dedication to his clients is rooted in his personal experiences and his unwavering commitment to making a meaningful difference in their lives. As both a skilled negotiator and an accomplished litigator, He has secured millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts for his clients. His meticulous case preparation and ability to craft compelling arguments have earned him the respect of clients, colleagues, and opposing counsel alike. Whether negotiating a favorable settlement or fighting for justice in the courtroom, Joel’s unwavering commitment to his clients is evident in everything he does.

In 1984, Attorney George Skuros established The Law Office of George J. Skuros, a private practice dedicated to family law and divorce. Having more than 30 years of experience, Attorney Skuros has the knowledge and skill required to help his clients navigate the legal system. Passionate about finding solutions that meet your specific needs, Attorney Skuros represents individuals and families from his two office locations in Chicago, IL. To schedule a free consultation with Attorney Skuros, visit his website or call 312-427-7980.