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Aggressive Chicago Criminal Defense Lawyer

DUI · Internet Crimes · Drug Charges · Sex Crimes · White Collar Crime

Experienced Chicago defense attorney Hal M. Garfinkel is highly familiar with the many facets of state and criminal defense. Whether your current legal difficulty involves a drug charge, an allegation of domestic violence, a serious sex offense, a weapons violation, or another criminal charge, you can expect aggressive and affordable representation from this well-known criminal defense practice.

Mr. Garfinkel's distinguished record of service as a prosecutor has prepared him for the task of persuasively and passionately safeguarding your rights. He can anticipate prosecution strategies and counter them with his own creative techniques. His negotiating skills and gift for "connecting" with juries work in your favor.

Contact Hal M. Garfinkel today. He stops at nothing to get successful results.

A Criminal Defense Lawyer Dedicated to Total Availability

Attorney Garfinkel makes himself completely accessible to his clients. He pledges 24/7 availability, including an around-the-clock, around-the-calendar outreach via phone, fax or e-mail. If an after-hours emergency presents itself, he will take your call.

Aggressive, Accessible and Affordable Criminal and DUI/DWI Defense

Hal M. Garfinkel has a documented track record of success in a wide variety of criminal cases, such as:

Traffic violations, DUI/DWI and driver's license reinstatement hearings
Theft and property crimes
Internet crimes
Federal white collar crimes
Illinois drug charges and narcotics offenses
Weapons charges
Domestic violence
Sex offenses including child sex crimes
Homicide

If you have been wrongfully convicted of a serious criminal offense and your life and freedom are on the line, get in touch with the Law Offices of Hal M. Garfinkel today. He has successfully handled several criminal appeals, allowing his clients to walk away free.

Your Free Initial Consultation

Contact Chicago criminal defense attorney Hal M. Garfinkel for a free consultation. It is brief, thorough, and complimentary — and it could be the first step in freeing you of the criminal charges against you.

Mr. Garfinkel is available 24/7 to take your call, fax or e-mail. He can also schedule off-site consultations at police stations or jail houses to hear the details of your case.

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