Criminal Defense Representation in Chicago

Aggressive Defense - Smith Ortiz P.C.

Smith Ortiz P.C. has served the greater Chicago area for many years and can provide the aggressive and effective criminal defense that you need, no matter what charges you are facing. Our skilled attorneys have more than a decade of experience each, giving our firm more than 25 years of combined legal experience. We focus on our clients and strive to constantly provide the best service and results. By analyzing your case in detail from the very beginning, we can build the strongest defense and fight relentlessly against your criminal charges.

The penalties resulting from a criminal conviction can be devastating. Felonies can land you in state prison and incur thousands of dollars in fines. Even misdemeanors, which are less serious than felonies, result in high fines and possible time in the county jail. Your best chance at preventing such harsh consequences is to retain an aggressive Chicago criminal defense lawyer right away. Contact our offices to discuss your case and learn how we can defend against any criminal charges, including the following case types.

Criminal Defense Practice Areas

DUI
Penalties for driving under the influence (DUI) include license suspension, high fines, and possible time in jail. DUI can even escalate to a felony if serious bodily injury is involved, or if a person is convicted of three DUIs in a short period of time. Our attorneys can protect your right to drive and fight a criminal conviction for drunk driving.

Drug Crimes
Whether you are facing charges of possession, trafficking, delivery, manufacture, or possession with intent to deliver (PWID), our legal team can help. We have a detailed knowledge of state and federal drug crime law and can prevent you from facing a misdemeanor or felony drug conviction.

Record Expungement
Some arrests, charges, and convictions could be wiped from your criminal record if you have complied with the terms of your probation or criminal sentence. Most felonies are not eligible, though there are a few exceptions. Learn how you can clean up your record by speaking with a lawyer today.

Sex Crimes
Our attorneys can fight charges ranging from public indecency and prostitution to child molestation and rape. If convicted, you could face lifetime sex offender registration on top of all other criminal penalties, so don't take chances. Get the aggressive defense you need right away.

Theft Crimes
Types of theft crimes include shoplifting and retail theft, robbery, and burglary. The latter two offenses are serious felonies that can incur a state prison sentence and high fines. Make sure you have aggressive defense by contacting our offices at your earliest convenience.

Violent Crimes
The lawyers with our firm have the experience and aggression to fight charges of assault and battery, domestic violence, manslaughter, and murder. These are some of the most serious charges you can face and may incur the most severe penalties, so make sure you have a capable criminal defense lawyer on your side.

White Collar Crimes
Economic crimes affect the financial stability of the victim, whether it is a person, business, or government. These crimes include embezzlement, fraud, forgery, money laundering, and insider trading. We can provide the relentless defense that you need if you've been accused of committing a white collar crime.

Consult with an Attorney in Chicago, IL

With more than 25 years of combined legal experience on our side, the legal team at Smith Ortiz P.C. has what it takes to win a dismissal of your case, or at least have your charges and penalties reduced. We provide tireless representation and will not stop fighting until the best possible outcome has been achieved for your case. Contact us today to take advantage of a free case evaluation with a Chicago criminal lawyer who can defend you from the serious consequences of a criminal conviction of any kind.