John Fotopoulos | Orland Park Criminal Defense & DUI Lawyer
John S. Fotopoulos
Accident & Injury, Personal Injury, Criminal, Car Accident, DUI-DWI, Workers Compensation
- Law Office: Fotopoulos Law Office
- Law School: John Marshall Law School, J.D. 2000
- Status: In Good Standing
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Experience
| Position | Organization | Location | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attorney | Fotopoulos Law Office | Orland Park, IL | 2018 - Present |
| Attorney | Fotopoulos Law Office | Orland Park, IL | 2000-2016 |
Education
| School | Degree | Major | Graduation |
|---|---|---|---|
| John Marshall Law School | J.D. | Law School | 2000 |
| University of Illinois | Bachelor | Accounting | 1992 |
Admission
| State / Court | Date |
|---|---|
| Illinois | 2000 |
Associations
- National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Hellenic Bar Association
City Club of Chicago
Cook County Bar Association
Chicago Bar Association Member
Illinois Trial Lawyers Association
John Marshall Law School
National Rifle Association
Southwest Bar Association
John Marshall Alumni Association
Illinois State Bar Association
Will County Bar Association
Honors & Awards
- 10 Best Client Satisfaction | American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys | 2015
10 Best for Client Satisfaction | American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys | 2015
Top 100 Lawyers | The National Advocates | 2015
Recommended for Cook County Circuit Court Judge | Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois | 2014
"10 Best" DUI/DWI Attorneys for Client Satisfaction in Illinois | American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys | 2014
Who's Who of prominent professionals | Continental Broadcasting Network | 2014
10 Best Under 40 | American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys | 2014
Top 10 Attorney Award | National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys | 2013
Cases
State v. Farmakoulas Practice Area: Criminal defense Outcome: Not Guilty Anginas v. Burkhardt Practice Area: Personal Injury Outcome: Verdict in favor of Plaintiff Description: Plaintiff injured in an automobile accident. defense denied injury. State v. Elmardi Practice Area: DUI and DWI Outcome: Not Guilty on DUI Description: Defendant arrested of for DUI. Jury trial. Karahalios v. Byzantium Practice Area: Personal injury Outcome: Verdict for Plaintiff Description: Plaintiff beat up by bouncer. Bar denied injury and liability. Jury verdict over $200k Estate of Jones Practice Area: Personal Injury Outcome: Verdict for Plaintiff Description: Plaintiff was struck and killed by off duty police officer by cross fire. City denied liability. James Ryan v. Fox News and Better Government Association Practice Area: Libel & Slander Outcome: Affirmed Description: Appeal regarding whether or not the lawsuit brought by Judge Ryan was a SLAPP. The court found that the case had merit and could proceed. State v. Contreas Practice Area: Criminal defense Outcome: Jury found client not guilty. Description: Client arrested for resisting arrest and sustained head injuries. Client contended he did not resist and officer used excessive force. State v. John Z. Practice Area: DUI and DWI Date: Oct 22, 2013 Outcome: Not guilty on all counts Description: Client accused of DUI. Blood alcohol content of .22 kept out of evidence for failure to follow State Police guidelines.
Publications
- Courthouse News | Judge sues Fox News | 2010
Office Hours
| Sun. | Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:00 am - 6:00 pm | 7:00 am - 6:00 pm | 7:00 am - 6:00 pm | 7:00 am - 6:00 pm | 7:00 am - 6:00 pm |
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| Verified Credentials | Date Verified |
|---|---|
| (2000) Licensed as Attorney in Illinois. Verified with Illinois State Bar Association. | April 28, 2016 |
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Fee: Accepts Credit Cards: Visa MasterCard American Express Discover Personal Checks Hourly Billing Payment Plans Available Free Initial Consultation
Service Type: Private
Language: English | Spanish | Greek
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