PRACTICE AREAS
Felony Defense
Get the legal representation you deserve from a Chicago felony defense attorney now.
Misdemeanor Defense
Learn how we can defend you against a wide range of misdemeanor charges.
Assault and Battery Defense
Assault and battery are serious crimes that carry serious penalties, including prison time.
Bond Defense
Violated a condition of your bond? We can help preserve your rights in court.
Burglary
A burglary conviction can be devastating and can result in decades behind bars.
Disorderly Conduct
Disorderly conduct is a crime that can put you in jail for years – but we can help preserve your rights.
Domestic Battery
Domestic battery – including false allegations of domestic battery – can ruin your reputation.
Driving with a Suspended or Revoked License
Getting to and from work, home or school is complicated without driving privileges.
Drug Crimes
Even simple drug possession can result in harsh consequences, but we may be able to help you.
DUI
Driving under the influence, or DUI, is a serious offense in Chicago and the surrounding communities.
Expungements
& Sealings
The Law Offices of Matt Fakhoury has a specialized division devoted entirely to clearing your criminal record: XpungeChicago.com.
Guns &
Weapons
Guns and weapons convictions can result in prison time – but our criminal defense will get you the best possible outcome.
Home Invasions
Home invasion can result in a felony conviction, which stays on your criminal record forever.
Juvenile Crimes
Juvenile crimes can lead to long prison sentences, but our experienced attorneys may be able to help.
Property Crimes
Violating the conditions of your sentence can land you back in jail. Here’s what you need to know.
Robbery
In Chicago—and in the rest of Illinois—robbery is a serious crime. It’s not the same thing as burglary;
Sentence Violations
Violating the conditions of your sentence can land you back in jail. Our criminal defense attorneys will help.
Sex Offenses
Sex crimes are among the most serious criminal offenses, and they can often result in lengthy prison sentences.
Theft &
Retail Theft
Theft can be a misdemeanor or felony – but either way, you need a tough criminal defense lawyer to protect you in court.
Traffic Violations
You could lose your driver’s license over traffic violations, so it’s important to handle them properly (and quickly).
Violent Crimes
Violent crimes, such as homicide, kidnapping and sex offenses, are usually felonies that carry long prison sentences.
Warrants
Having a warrant for your arrest is scary, but we may be able to help you when the police are looking for you.
White Collar
Crime
White-collar crime isn’t actually a charge. Instead, it refers to a number of crimes that are committed in a business for financial gain.
Expungement
Just because you win doesn’t mean someone cant look up that you were charged. Don’t use an attorney that can’t get cases, win or lose, cleared from viewing by pryng eyes.
Tough Criminal Defense Lawyers for Tough Cases
You deserve to work with a criminal defense lawyer who knows the system and
how to protect your rights every step of the way.
And that’s exactly what we’ll do.
What does gross negligence mean in an involuntary manslaughter case? Matt Fakhoury discusses the charges against Ethan Crumbly’s parents. (December 2021)
Criminal Defense Attorney Matt Fakhoury gives insight into the R. Kelly case on News Nation’s Morning in America with Adrienne Bankert (2021)
Matt Fakhoury discusses the Smollett case with CNN anchor Brooke Baldwin and retired LA Police Sergeant Cheryl Dorsey (2019)
Criminal Defense Lawyer, Matt Fakhoury, highlights potential issues for the Kim Potter Case on Morning in America. (December 2021)
How our criminal defense team can help you
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Preserving your rights
You’re our primary concern – Not the prosecutor or the judge. It’s our job to protect your rights every step of the way, from police interrogations to your trial. We’ll be there with you from start to finish.
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Creating smart defense strategies
Using our in-depth knowledge of Illinois law and how it applies in your case, we’ll build a defense strategy that gets you the best possible outcome in your case.
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Representing you at trial
You deserve to have a knowledgeable, tough lawyer in your corner – both in and out of the courtroom. We’ll answer all your questions and defend your name in court, whether you’re charged with a misdemeanor or a felony.
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Expungement
Just because you win doesn’t mean someone cant look up that you were charged. Don’t use an attorney that can’t get cases, win or lose, now or in the past, expunged and get your court records away from prying eyes.
Matt Fakhoury discusses key issues in criminal defense cases
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