Criminal Defense and Civil Litigation Attorney in Chicago
As a lawyer who has handled some of the most prominent felony defense cases in recent Illinois history, I bring a strong track record and valuable perspective to any serious criminal law matter. If you are facing felony charges or need caring, effective legal representation for a loved one in Northern Illinois, please contact me, Stephen L. Richards, today.
In decades of active practice — including many years as an assistant public defender in Cook County — my constant focus has been on upholding justice and protecting the rights of citizens like you. My law firm is a strong resource for people needing resourceful criminal defense or aggressive representation in a civil rights matter.
Murder — Drug Charges — White Collar or Juvenile Defense — Appeals and Expungements — Civil Rights Litigation
Murder defense is a proven strength for my firm, given that I have been involved in many of the past two decades' highest-profile Illinois homicide cases. Through diligent effort and commitment, I have won acquittals, dismissals, reductions in charges, and verdicts of ineligibility for capital punishment.
My skills in legal procedure, trial work and negotiations with prosecutors may prove critical as we pursue:
- The best possible defense against felony drug charges, violent or white collar crime allegations, or other serious felony charges involving sexual assault or other crimes
- Comprehensive protection of your rights and future when charged with a serious juvenile offense
- An appeal of your criminal conviction or unduly harsh sentence
- Civil case for justice and compensation after being victimized by false arrest, police brutality, or other civil rights violations
Count On Thorough Case Investigation and Adept Handling of Complex Evidence
I explore and develop strategies for making the prosecution's case as difficult to prove as possible and I deal directly with complex factors such as DNA evidence and forensics, illegal search and seizure, coerced confession, admissibility of video testimony, and more.
You can turn to me, Stephen L. Richards, for the comprehensive, strategic effort your high-stakes criminal case may require. Working with quality expert resources as necessary, I know how to gauge your likelihood of success with various approaches and build the best defense case possible for you.
