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#1 Criminal Defense Attorney in Chicago IL

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Robert J Callahan and Associates!
Robert J Callahan will fight diligently to ensure that you receive the maximum amount of legal protection under the United States Constitution.

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Click on the criminal defense case victory links below to learn more about how we won each case.

Recently Won Cases

(Actual Dates and Cases)

January 2019

AW – Aggravated Arson-class X – Dismissed

MH – Criminal Trespass to Land – Class A misdemeanor – CASE DISMISSED

December 2018

CM – Possession of Controlled Substance- Class 4 Felony – Dismissed

HS – Possession of Cannabis – Class 4 Felony & Unlawful Use of a Weapon – Class A Misdemeanor – DISMISSED

November 2018

People v. TJ. Battery – Misdemeanor – BENCH TRIAL- NOT GUILTY

People v. FG, Battery – Misdemeanor – CASE DISMISSED

People v. RT, Battery and Obstruction of Justice – CASE DISMISSED

People v. GK, Agg Speeding – Misdemeanor – REDUCED TO PETTY OFFENSE

People v. DE, DUI – REDUCED TO RECKLESS DRIVING

People v. AN, DUI – REDUCED TO RECKLESS DRIVING

October 2018

Battery – CASE DISMISSED

Assault – CASE DISMISSED

Felony class 4 possession of a controlled substance – CASE DISMISSED

Disorderly conduct – CASE DISMISSED

Felony aggravated DUI – NOT GUILTY

September 2018

Felony class 3 criminal fortification of a residence or building – FINDING OF NO PROBABLE CAUSE AT A PRELIMINARY HEARING – CASE DISMISSED

Battery – CASE DISMISSED

Class 4 felony possession of heroin – CASE DISMISSED

Domestic battery – CASE DISMISSED

Violation of an Order of Protection – DISMISSED

Battery – CASE DISMISSED

Unlawful use of a weapon – CASE DISMISSED

Class 4 felony possession of cocaine – CASE DISMISSED

August 2018

Battery – CASE DISMISSED

Class 4 felony possession of a controlled substance – CASE DISMISSED

July 2018

Battery – CASE DISMISSED

Class 4 felony possession of a controlled substance – CASE DISMISSED

Driving on a suspended license – CASE DISMISSED

Possession of marijuana – CASE DISMISSED

Class 4 felony possession of a controlled substance – CASE DISMISSED

June 2018

People v. LC and TR – DISMISSED

People v KG- DUI – Misdemeanor – DISMISSED ON MOTION TO DISMISS 06/2018

People v. TO- Battery Misdemeanor – DISMISSED

DC v. NO and OP – DISMISSED

LS – Civil Forfeiture HEARING WON – CAR RETURNED

May 2018

CR – Pardon – GRANTED W/ LEAVE TO EXPUNGE

People v. RC – Battery Misdemeanor – DISMISSED – CONVINCED STATE IT WAS SELF DEFENSE

AS – EXPUNGEMENT GRANTED

April 2018

Executive Clemency Petition (AKA Governor’s Pardon) for class 2 felony burglary – GRANTED

Battery – CASE DISMISSED

March 2018

Class 2 unlawful use of a weapon by a felon – NOT GUILTY

February 2018

Domestic battery – CASE DISMISSED

January 2018

Domestic battery – CASE DISMISSED

December 2017

Class 4 felony possession of a controlled substance – FINDING OF NO PROBABLE CAUSE AT PRELIMINARY HEARING – CASE DIMISSED

Class X Felony Cannabis Case – NOT GUILTY

November 2017

Class X Aggravated discharge of a firearm and Unlawful Use of Weapon by a Felon NOT GUILTY

October 2017

Battery – CASE DISMISSED

Class 4 felony possession of a controlled substance – FINDING OF NO PROBABLE CAUSE AT PRELIMINARY HEARING – CASE DISMISSED

Battery – CASE DISMISSED

Class 3 felony possession of a controlled substance – finding of no probable cause at a preliminary hearing – CASE DISMISSED

Trespass – CASE DISMISSED

Retail theft – CASE DISMISSED

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September 2017

Battery – CASE DISMISSED

August 2017

Attempt murder – NOT GUILTY

Battery – CASE DISMISSED

Class 4 felony possession of a controlled substance – FINDING OF NO PROBABLE CAUSE AT PRELIMINARY HEARING – CASE DISMISSED

Unlawful use of a weapon – CASE DISMISSED

Theft – CASE DISMISSED

Domestic Battery – CASE DISMISSED

July 2017

Class 4 Felony possession of cannabis with intent to deliver – FINDING OF NO PROBABLE CAUSE AFTER A PRELIMINARY HEARING – CASE DISMISSED

Retail theft – CASE DISMISSED

Unlawful use of a weapon – CASE DISMISSED

Class 4 felony possession of a controlled substance – FINDING OF NO PROBABLE CAUSE AT A PRELIMINARY HEARING – CASE DISMISSED

Battery – CASE DISMISSED

June 2017

Motion to Suppress Granted – CLASS X FELONY NARCOTICS CASE DISMISSED

May 2017

Battery – CASE DISMISSED

Class 4 possession of a controlled substance – FINDING OF NO PROBABLE CAUSE AT A PRELIMINARY HEARING – CASE DISMISSED

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  • Chicago Criminal Defense - Gun Charges

    CHICAGO STYLE FIREARMS

    February 19, 2019
  • Gun Charge Chicago IL

    It’s Chicago — Why Shouldn’t I Have A Gun?

    February 4, 2019
  • AGGRAVATED ARSON – Class X – 6-30 years, NON Probation Eligible offense: DISMISSED

    January 28, 2019
  • LEFT THE SCENE OF AN ACCIDENT

    CRASHED & CONFUSED? LEFT THE SCENE OF AN ACCIDENT? WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING AT?

    December 19, 2018

Chicago Criminal Defense Lawyer, Robert Callahan and His Associates Succeed in The Courtroom.

During Robert J. Callahan’s 24 years of practice as a Chicago criminal defense lawyer, he has developed highly effective strategies and techniques that have helped him achieve success for his clients. His process, which focuses on hands-on investigation and in-depth research, gives him and his firm an advantage over the prosecution and other attorneys. Because of their proficiency, Robert J. Callahan and his associates have earned respect from their clients and a reputation for success in the courtroom.

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Chicago Criminal Defense - Gun Charges

CHICAGO STYLE FIREARMS

CHICAGO STYLE FIREARMS Illegal guns are all over Chicago. In 2018 alone, the Chicago Police seized over 9,500 illegal firearms. That was the largest amount seized in 5 years and a 9% increase from the previous year. Despite this, police in Chicago seize more illegal guns annually than in New York City and Los Angeles […]

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It’s Chicago — Why Shouldn’t I Have A Gun?

According to FoxNews Chicago & Cook County prosecutors, one lifelong Chicagoan gave this explanation during one of the first aggravated unlawful use of a weapon (AUUW) arrests of 2019 in the city. Even if he has a point, he’s got a problem: he’s a convicted felon. Felons caught with a gun in Chicago face 3-7 […]

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AGGRAVATED ARSON – Class X – 6-30 years, NON Probation Eligible offense: DISMISSED

Class X Felony ARSON – DISMISSED AW was looking at serious time on a serious offense. A class X, Aggravated Arson. Having no criminal history, spending most his life as a family man, AW couldn’t believe the situation he was in. He knew he was innocent. He knew he didn’t set any fire. He even […]

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Robert J Callahan wins Stilwell Murder Trial

Stilwell with Criminal defense attorney CallahanCody Stilwell, the 21-year-old man accused of stabbing his ex-girlfriend’s stepfather in 2014, was acquitted on Friday almost 25 months to the day after he was first arrested. The jury took less than three hours to come back with the not guilty verdict. Stilwell was shackled and led out of the courtroom, showing little emotion as if in disbelief that he was going to spend the Memorial Day weekend at home with his family. A family member of David Kennett II, whom Stilwell stabbed — he said it was in self-defense — began sobbing and needed help out of the courtroom. Tears were also shed on Stillwell’s behalf. Read Full Article on Digital Journal

How We Win Cases

First, we gather every single police report related to the accusation and subpoena 911 and dispatch recordings. Then, we go to the crime scene, take photographs, record measurements, and interview witnesses. After a thorough investigation, we listen attentively to our client’s side of the story.

The techniques we use are highly effective because they always reveal inconsistencies in police investigations. Mistakes, misconceptions, and even blatant lies are not uncommon are frequently exposed during our exhaustive research.

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Our team understands that cross-examination requires intense preparation coupled with a well-thought-out and farsighted trial strategy. These efforts are implemented along with the expertise acquired from over two decades of courtroom experience.

Our process requires strong communication with our clients. We pride ourselves on being available and responsive and know that being on the same page aids in achieving desirable outcomes.

Attorney-client conversations give us the chance to put ourselves in our client’s shoes, but we don’t stop there. We also understand and analyze the case from the perspective of the police and the prosecution. This allows us to strategize from a multitude of angles and gives us an advantage for winning.

We are passionate about winning. We take on fewer cases, which allows us to devote the attention and meticulous planning needed to succeed.

All of the above help us to WIN CRIMINAL DEFENSE CASES IN THE CHICAGOLAND AREA.

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Common Issues for Those Charged with a Crime
Addressed by Robert J Callahan

  • Self Representation is Never a Good Idea.
  • An Attorney has to be Devoid of Emotions during the Trial Process.
  • Common Mistakes committed during the Trial Process
  • When charged with a crime, you are presumed innocent. The burden of proof lies with the state or the accuser.
  • What you should do when contacted by the Police.
  • Common Misconceptions people have when approaching an Attorney.
  • Qualities to be expected in a Good Attorney.
  • An overview of Criminal Defense Law in Chicago with Attorney Robert Callahan.

Our Chicago Criminal Defense Lawyers Now Address Cases Involving:

Felony Narcotics Cases, Misdemeanor Drug Charges, All Misdemeanor Offenses

  • Expunging Criminal Records
  • Clemency in Illinois
  • Illinois DUI
  • Weapons Charges
  • Assault and Battery
  • Murder
  • Embezzlement
  • Fraud
  • Violent Crimes
  • Federal Crimes and Charges
  • White Collar Criminal Cases
  • Illinois State Charges

Our Chicago Criminal Defense Lawyers Now Address Cases Involving:

  • Executive Clemency and Expungement of Criminal Records throughout Illinois and Cook County
  • Felony Narcotics Cases
  • Misdemeanor Drug Charges
  • All Misdemeanor Offenses

The FBI has Questioned me; do I need an attorney?

If the Federal Bureau of Investigations has already questioned you, you may. The answer to this question lay in whether the FBI has reason to suspect you in the commission of a crime.

There could be a few reasons the FBI wanted to ask you some questions. These include:

  • General information – If you happened to be near to where a crime was committed, you may have some general, linking information which will help in their investigation. You may have nothing to do with the crime and are not even considered a suspect. But investigators often question everyone who may know anything.
  • Specific Information – Investigators may have uncovered your name in connection with a crime. They may not suspect you of anything, but may believe you have information useful to their investigation. You may be aware of this knowledge or not.
  • You Are a Suspect – Legally, investigators have an obligation to inform you that you are a suspect. However, this does not always happen, as attested by the numerous Supreme Court challenges along these lines.

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When choosing someone to defend your freedom, make sure you are able to contact that criminal defense attorney at any time and by multiple means.  Robert J Callahan always makes himself available to those he defends. Call, email, text or chat with us.  All information is confidential.

If You Are in Trouble, Contact Us, We Can Help.

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Testimonials

I had a fairly serious legal issue but was fortunate to be put in touch with Mr. Callahan. He is highly skilled, extremely competent and very attentive. I am what you would consider a high maintenance client who needed to be intimately involved in my case. Mr. Callahan always returned my calls, was proactive and committed to helping in win my case. He exudes extreme confidence and was always willing to go the extra mile. He even visited me in jail late at night, how many other attorneys would do that. Never underestimate the power of a good attorney. The state knows who the good attorneys are and they are far less likely to pursue a marginal case if they know who they are up against. For me, my felony case was dropped, I considered it a miracle. Don’t risk your future, go with the best you will be happy you did.

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Si ha sido arrestado, si es buscado o se lo ha acusado de un acto delictivo o de un delito grave: ¡Comuní quese de inmediato al 312-322-9000! Podría enfrentarse a penas graves. ¡Robert Callahan es el abogado penalista de Chicago que lo puede ayudar! Puede conservar su futuro y proporcionarle la mejor defensa penal en Chicago y en los condados de Cook, Dupage, Will y Lake, y representación ante los tribunales federales de todo el país.
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Protect your constitutional rights with unmatched legal representation in Illinois. Assault and Battery : Murder : DUI : Drug Charges : Domestic Violence : Embezzlement : Fraud : Hit and Run : Illinois DWI : Juvenile Crime : Probation Violations : Sex Charges : Theft & Burglary : Violent Crimes : Weapons : White Collar Crime: And More. Criminal Defense in Cook County, Dupage County, Will County, Lake County and nationwide Federal Court representation.

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Robert J Callahan | Chicago Defense Lawyer
53 W JACKSON BLVD # 1442
CHICAGO IL 60604-3536

Phone: (312) 322-9000
Fax: (312) 427-1289

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