by Anisa JordanOctober 3, 2017
Changes to Cook County Bond Court
Changes in the Cook County Bail System Bail is a judge-imposed monetary fee with which defendants in criminal defense cases are released from custody(jail) until their trial. After providing the court with the specified fee, a defendant can leave jail and return to court at the designated trial date. The money is given back to the defendant after the case is over. A judge will...Read Moreby Anisa JordanSeptember 27, 2017
Statutory Summary Suspension Procedures
Attorney Anisa Jordan was asked by the Illinois State Bar Association Traffic Law and Courts Section Council to give a quick overview to new lawyers about how to handle a client’s case when charged with a DUI and suspension of the client’s driver’s license. Uploaded by ISBAlawyer on 2017-09-05. Read Moreby Anisa JordanSeptember 8, 2017
The Jordan Law Firm Goes the Extra Mile
How much do attorneys care about their clients? At The Jordan Law Firm it’s all about going the extra mile. Attorney Anisa Jordan asks the questions that others won’t. Here’s a great example. Early in 2017 the firm had a client charged with both Aggravated Speeding and Reckless Driving; both offenses carrying a maximum of 1 year in jail. Because of the client’s background and the...Read Moreby Anisa JordanJuly 22, 2017
Why Should I Hire an Attorney?
If you just received a DUI or a speeding ticket, you might feel that you are between a rock and a hard place – you know you need solid legal representation to win your case or lessen your consequences. However, you might not have the means to hire an attorney. However, the cost of not hiring a lawyer can be even higher, and have more personal effect on your life – fines, license...Read Moreby Anisa JordanJune 7, 2017
The Jordan Law Firm Customer Reviews
We know how important it is to make sure that you’re finding the right lawyer to take care of your case. Here at The Jordan Law Firm, we are dedicated to giving you the best quality care and attention to your case. Here are a few brief excerpts from extremely satisfied clients that were kind enough to leave us a review about their experience with us: “Very dedicated to her job. I was...Read Moreby Anisa JordanMarch 6, 2017
How Do I Hire A DUI Court Appointed Attorney?
A court appointed attorney (aka public defender) is paid by the government and can represent criminal defendants facing jail time. If you cannot afford a lawyer for a DUI case, the court will appoint and pay for one. Unfortunately, you don’t get to choose the lawyer you get. To do this, you must ask the court for a court appointed lawyer and also provide information about your...Read Moreby Anisa JordanJanuary 30, 2017
Do Lawyers Care About their Clients?
Let’s face it, lawyers are the butt of many jokes. It’s OK. We understand – it’s fair game. It’s not easy – especially for defense lawyers – doing the unbiased, objective job that they have sworn to do. It can be an emotional ride. But, similar to doctors and counselors, lawyers do have to learn to step back and look at each case in a measured, professional manner. With that...Read Moreby Anisa JordanNovember 29, 2016
Rules of the Road
For many of us, it’s been years, maybe even decades, since we were first issued our driver’s license. Though we might remember some of what we learned when preparing to take our first driving test, most of us depend on practice and general experience to guide us through every day traffic. Unfortunately, that’s not always enough to keep drivers in Arlington Heights, Schaumburg, and...Read Moreby Anisa JordanNovember 13, 2016
Tackling Traffic Tickets
Traffic tickets can be an unforeseen burden for drivers everywhere. In Illinois, traffic tickets fines, court costs, and surcharges vary by violation and location and may additionally cost you points on your driving record. In the worst cases, you could have your license suspended or revoked all together, making life difficult for anyone who needs to commute. Although traffic tickets...Read Moreby Anisa JordanNovember 7, 2016