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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 More

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 More

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 More

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 More

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 More

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 More

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 More

Clinton and Trump on Legal Issues

The 2016 presidential election has had so much media attention, but very little substance. Even the debates resorted more to mudslinging than political stances on issues. Being a law firm, we thought it would be helpful to provide a list of each candidate on hot legal issues. Pulled from several sources (CNBC, BBC, ProCon.org, USA Today and the Washington Post), we hope this can be a...Read More

Could there be DUI Checkpoints in Wrigleyville?

Imagine local law enforcement stopping every car coming out of Wrigley Field after a Cubs playoff game, making drivers do sobriety tests. What do you think the percentage of DUI arrests would be? What would the ramifications be? This is an overwhelming thought, yet so is the number of intoxicated motorists after any sporting event, in any city. According to a Chicago area police...Read More

Unforeseen Consequences of a DUI

We all know that a DUI has immediate consequences. There’s the fine you’ll have to pay, the potential for imprisonment, suspension or revocation of your driver’s license and dealing with the legal process of sorting it all out. It can be really difficult to deal with a DUI in the immediate time afterward, but what about in the future? How will a DUI affect your life months and years...Read More