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Lori G. Levin Re-Elected to Illinois State Bar Association’s Assembly

I am thrilled to announce that I have been re-elected to the Illinois State Bar Association’s Assembly. I am also humbled to have received the most votes of anyone from Cook County. Bar association participation is important not only to give back to the profession but also to help hone my skills. I look forward […]

Supreme Court rules police may not extend traffic stops

Yesterday, the United States Supreme Court in Rodriguez v. United States, — U.S. –, (No. 13-9972), ruled that once a routine traffic stop is completed, the police cannot without reasonable suspicion detain an automobile and its occupants for the unrelated purpose of having a dog sniff the car for illicit narcotics. The Supreme Court ruled […]

Lori G. Levin named Leading Lawyer

I am humbled and honored to have been named as a Leading Lawyer for Criminal Defense Law: Felonies and Misdemeanors. The selection is a result of a peer review process where only 5 per cent of all Illinois attorneys are chosen. The selection process is outlined on the Leading Lawyer website at: https://www.leadinglawyers.com/about.cfm I am […]

A Month of Women’s History Posts

I have highlighted inspiring women each day in March in honor of Women’s History Month at www.facebook.com/chicagodefense. I have done so to not only acknowledge the women who have influenced or intrigued me but to share a snippet of their stories to inspire others. Most of the women have excelled in the legal or governmental […]

Women’s History Month

This month is Women’s History Month. In order to acknowledge trailblazing women, I have been highlighting them on my professional Facebook page located at www.facebook.com/chicagodefense. So far, all of the posts have been about women who have excelled in the law. Some will be about others who have made a significant contribution. Please feel free […]

Monday, the Circuit Court of Cook County is Closed in Honor of Pulaski Day

The Circuit Court of Cook County will be closed on Monday, March 2, in honor of Casimir Pulaski Day. Who was Casimir Pulaski? He was a Polish nobleman who met Benjamin Franklin in Paris and was persuaded to help the American colonies in the Revolutionary War. He aided then General George Washington, Commander in Chief […]

Contacting Counsel Prior to Meeting with the Police Regarding Investigations

Please remember that when a police officer wishes to discuss and investigation of a crime with you or your child, you have a right to have counsel present. Very often, law abiding persons or parents believe that cooperating with law enforcement will be a benefit to them or their child. Many times, the person or […]

The Circuit Court of Cook County is Open Today

Please be aware that the Circuit Court of Cook County is open today. It is NOT closed due to the weather. Here is the link to the court’s website: https://www.cookcountycourt.org/. Lori G. Levin Attorney at Law 180 N. LaSalle, Suite 3700 Chicago, IL 60601 [email protected] www.lorilevinlaw.com

Lori G. Levin Named a 2015 Illinois Super Lawyer

I am humbled and honored to announce that I have once again been named as a top attorney in the State of Illinois as a Super Lawyer. Only five per cent of attorneys in the state are given that designation each year. Super Lawyers chooses attorneys to receive that honor by using peer nominations as […]

Client Receives Clemency from Illinois Governor

Yesterday, one of my clients was granted clemency for a felony conviction received when he was a young man. Illinois Governor Pat Quinn granted 232 clemency petitions per the State Journal Register. The full list may be found in a link embedded in the article. https://www.sj-r.com/article/20150109/NEWS/150109532. It was a long and arduous process for my […]

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