Steven Goldman, Attorney

Chicago Criminal Defense Attorney

A Chicago criminal charge can have devastating consequences that may alter your life forever. Having a Chicago Criminal Defense Attorney who will aggressively fight for your rights is crucial if you have been charged with any type of crime—big or small. The sad reality is that many individuals are often erroneously convicted of crimes that were not committed. This is a risk many people face when not choosing the best criminal defense attorney to represent their case. A conviction, including that of a misdemeanor, may result in incarceration, expensive fines, and numerous other time-consuming measures that will afflict you for years. Therefore, it is imperative to have a skilled criminal defense lawyer who will take immediate action to fight for your defense.  The experienced criminal defense attorneys at Goldman & Associates strongly believe your freedom should never be gambled with. That is why we will never stop at police reports or wait on the district attorney’s office to begin building a robust defense strategy from day one. The best way to achieve a favorable outcome in your criminal case is by working with a proactive criminal defense lawyer who knows what it takes to acquire immediate, positive results.

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The importance of working on your defense immediately cannot be stressed enough. For a vast majority of cases, prompt action can make all the difference in sentencing. An experienced criminal defense lawyer can fight to obtain a reduced sentence and may even help you have charges dropped entirely. In order to achieve stellar results, a criminal attorney will need to begin working on your case as soon as possible. A thorough investigation is imperative in order to achieve immediate benefits. By choosing to put your case in the hands of top-rated Chicago criminal defense lawyers, you are choosing a legal team that fight assiduously on your behalf. You will be sure to receive personalized criminal defense that is designed with your best interest in mind.

Our Chicago criminal defense lawyers know that your case’s end result will ultimately define your future. Even though we work diligently to defend numerous criminal cases on a daily basis, we never forget the significance of a verdict in our clients’ lives. The lawyers at Goldman & Associates understand that although every case is different, the significance of a case’s outcome remains constant. An expert criminal defense attorney will provide you with the best legal counsel and will guide you every step of the way. For some clients, a plea agreement will be most advantageous in a criminal case. However, it is not recommended to make the decision to accept a plea bargain without the knowledgeable advice of a competent criminal defense lawyer. In other cases, our Chicago Criminal Defense Attorneys will advise you not to submit this plea if we believe there is a great chance to be obtain a not guilty verdict in court. Regardless of the direction your case may take, you can rest assured that every step taken will be made utilizing years of legal knowledge and expertise. A criminal lawyer from Goldman & Associates will exhaust every possibility to benefit your defense no matter the crime or accusation you may be facing. This may include seeking expert witnesses, challenging the district attorney’s evidence, and helping you understand the events that will occur in the courtroom, such as interrogation from the opposing counsel.

A Chicago Criminal Defense Lawyer Who Will Protect You

Any person who has been charged with a crime in Chicago has the right to the best criminal defense lawyer possible. We strongly believe and support the laws of Chicago, and of the state, that protect the rights of all individuals accused of crimes. These rights are guaranteed regardless of the severity of your crime allegation and are infrangible regardless of whether you are accused of a sex crime, drug possession charge, traffic violation, embezzlement, theft, and even murder.  We believe these rights to be vital to the life of every single human being, and therefore, we will fight to protect our clients from the disastrous effects of any charge. This means that no matter the criminal charge you may be facing, a top Chicago criminal defense attorney from Goldman & Associates will always be ready to help you. We will not stop until every single avenue of defense has been treaded. Although you may believe your case has no winning chance, only an expert Chicago Criminal Defense Attorney can help you determine how successful your case can be.

A Chicago Defense Attorney Who Will Defend Serious Cases

From misdemeanors to felonies, a Chicago Criminal Defense Lawyer from Goldman & Associates will defend any individual plagued by the severity of a criminal charge in Chicago. Our practiced criminal defense attorneys are experienced in the successful representation of the following:

Violent Crimes
Assault & Battery
Kidnapping
Manslaughter
Juvenile Crimes
DUI
Felonies
Hate Crimes
Drug Crimes
Domestic Violence
Misdemeanors
Weapons Violations
Shoplifting/Theft
Violations of Probation
Appeals
Murder
Sex Crimes
Domestic Violence
Traffic Violations
White Collar Crimes
Expungement
and much more

When you need the strongest criminal defense in Chicago, IL, Goldman & Associates are your best bet. We will work to devise a plan that is unique and robust, so that you can be confident that your innocence and future are protected to the fullest extent. Call an experienced Chicago Criminal Defense Lawyer

School	Degree	Major	Graduation
Thomas M. Cooley Law School	J.D.	Law School	1998
University of Arizona	B.A.		1995

State / Court	Date
Illinois	1998

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