Criminal Defense and Civil Rights 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 strategic criminal defense or aggressive representation in a civil rights case.
My vast experience as a criminal defense lawyer is often sought after by other attorneys in the area. As such, I provide knowledgeable jury consulting services to lawyers seeking to build strong cases for their clients.
Murder — Drug Charges — White Collar Crimes— Juvenile Defense — Appeals and Expungements — Civil Rights Litigation
As an experienced Chicago criminal law lawyer, my skills in legal procedure, trial work and negotiations are well honed and may prove critical as your case proceeds. I defend clients facing a wide range of charges, including:
Murder defense is a proven strength for my firm. Through diligent effort and commitment, I have won acquittals, dismissals, reductions in charges and verdicts of ineligibility for capital punishment.
I am ready to help you during the appeals process, and I often pursue expungements or pardons for clients with past convictions.
I also provide skilled representation in civil cases, representing those who have been victimized by false arrest, police brutality and other civil rights violations. If you are the victim of employment discrimination of any kind, I will aggressively fight for your rights.
Thorough Case Investigation and Adept Handling of Complex Evidence
I explore and develop strategies that make 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.
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You can turn to me, Stephen L. Richards, for the comprehensive, capable representation your high-stakes criminal case requires. Working with quality expert resources whenever necessary, I know how to gauge your likelihood of success with various approaches and build the best defense possible for you.
To speak with me, call 866.852.6426, locally call 773.877.3289 or contact me online.
