Criminal Defense Attorney in Bridgeview, IL

When you're facing a criminal charge or a serious accident claim in Cook County, you need a Bridgeview attorney who answers at 2 a.m., knows how prosecutors build their cases, and handles your matter personally, from the first call through the final verdict.

20+

Years of Practice

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Former Cook County Assistant State's Attorney

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Solo Practice: Clients Work Directly with Steven

Available 24/7 

For Criminal Defense Emergencies

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Nothing is more satisfying than speaking for someone who cannot speak for themselves

and achieving a great outcome. That's what drives this practice.

Twenty Years. Both Sides of the Courtroom. One Attorney.

I run a solo practice. You work with me,  not an associate

from your first call  to your final resolution.

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25 years of legal practice

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Former Cook County Assistant State's Attorney

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Unblemished jury trial record in Will, Coles, and Livingston Counties

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J.D., Loyola University Chicago School of Law, 2001

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Young Attorney of the Year, Loyola Law School Alumni Association, 2005

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Anthony Teresi Award for Excellence, Loyola Law School, 2001

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Negotiated Polo G's first Sony recording contract, over $1 million

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4.9-star Google Business Profile · 5.0 Avvo Rating

The Cases I Handle, and the Commitment Behind Each One

Whether you need a criminal defense attorney in Bridgeview, a personal injury attorney in Cook County, help with a real estate closing, or legal representation for a music contract, I handle every matter personally, with no associate handoffs and no confusion about who's on your case.

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Criminal Defense in

Cook County

Charged with a DUI, a weapons offense, drug possession, domestic battery, or another criminal offense? I represent defendants throughout Cook County, including in the 5th Municipal District courthouse in Bridgeview and courts across the south and southwest suburbs.

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Personal Injury Representation

on Contingency

Injured in a car accident, truck accident, or another incident caused by someone else's negligence? I represent personal injury clients throughout Cook County on a contingency fee basis. You pay nothing unless I recover for you.



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Real Estate Law for Transactions

and Property Trusts

From residential home sales to commercial property trusts, I provide transaction-focused legal support for Cook County property owners working against real deadlines.



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Entertainment Law for Artists

and Music Industry Professionals

I've negotiated major recording contracts at the label level, including Polo G's first deal with Sony. If you need a lawyer who understands the music industry from the inside, I'm one of the few attorneys in Illinois with direct major-label negotiation experience.

What You Can Expect

When You Hire Me

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You Hire Me. You Get Me.

When you call Skinner Law, you're calling Steven. When your case goes to court, Steven is in that courtroom. I run a solo practice because clients deserve direct access to the attorney they hired, not an associate they've never met. From your first consultation through the final resolution, every conversation, filing, and court appearance is handled by me.

I've Prosecuted These Cases. Now I Know How to Defend Against Them.

Before building my defense practice, I served as a Cook County Assistant State's Attorney. I prosecuted DUI cases, domestic battery charges, weapons offenses, and felony matters in the same courts where I now represent defendants. That background tells me exactly how the prosecution thinks, and where its cases can be challenged.

Available by Phone or Text at Any Hour, Including 2 a.m.

An arrest doesn't happen on a schedule. If you or someone you know is in custody on a Saturday night or in the middle of the night, call or text me directly. I'm available around the clock for criminal defense emergencies, not through an answering service.

Serving South and Southwest Cook County

Skinner Law PC is a Bridgeview, IL law firm located at the center of Cook County's south suburban legal corridor. I represent clients across the region and appear regularly in the 5th Municipal District courthouse in Bridgeview and the 6th Municipal District courthouse in Markham.



If you're looking for a Cook County criminal defense attorney based in Bridgeview, legal help in Oak Lawn, or representation near Hazel Crest, Markham, or Chicago, I'm available for a free consultation by phone, text, or in person at the office.

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Steven Skinner is a Bridgeview, Illinois attorney with more than 20 years of experience in criminal defense, personal injury, real estate, and entertainment law. A graduate of Loyola University Chicago School of Law, he served as a Cook County Assistant State's Attorney and was named Young Attorney of the Year by the Loyola Law School Alumni Association.

To learn more about his background and credentials, visit the About page.

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Questions Clients Ask Before Calling

  • What should I do right after being arrested in Cook County?

    Say nothing to law enforcement until you have a lawyer present. Contact a criminal defense attorney as quickly as possible. The first 24 to 48 hours after an arrest are critical, and early legal involvement can shape what options remain available to you.

  • Can I call a lawyer in the middle of the night after an arrest?

    Yes. I'm available by phone or text around the clock for criminal defense emergencies. If you or a family member has been arrested after hours or over a weekend, you can reach me directly, not through an answering service.

  • Will I work directly with Steven Skinner, or will my case be assigned to someone else?

    Every client works directly with me. I run a solo practice, which means there are no associate handoffs. The attorney you speak with on day one is the same attorney who appears in court.

  • What does a free consultation include?

    A free consultation at Skinner Law is a real conversation about your situation, with no time limit and no obligation. I want to understand your case fully before either of us makes a decision about moving forward.

  • Do you handle personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis?

    Yes. If you were injured in a car accident, truck accident, or another incident caused by someone else's negligence, I represent personal injury clients at no upfront cost. I only collect if I recover compensation for you.

  • What areas near Bridgeview do you serve?

    My office is in Bridgeview, and I represent clients throughout Cook County, including Bridgeview, Markham, Oak Lawn, Orland Park, Tinley Park, Chicago, and surrounding communities in the south and southwest suburbs, as well as communities in DuPage and Will Counties. I regularly appear in the 5th and 6th Municipal District courthouses.

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Your Consultation Is Free, With No Time Limit

If you've been arrested, injured, or have a legal matter that needs immediate attention, call or text me directly.

Consultations are free for every practice area I handle.

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