What Offenses Can Be Expunged in Chicago?
When you have a criminal record, life can be tough. You might have a hard time finding a job, getting a loan, or even finding a place to live.If you’re [...]
Where to Get Your Criminal Record in Rolling Meadows
Rolling Meadows is part of District 3 of the Cook County, Illinois Circuit Court. If you’re looking for your criminal record in this jurisdiction, you have two options: you can [...]
Can You Join the Military With a Criminal Record?
If you’re like many people who are considering joining the military, you’re wondering whether you can join the military with a criminal record.There’s no one-size-fits-all answer for this question, but [...]
How to Expunge a Criminal Record
If you’re like many people in Chicago, you’re wondering how to expunge a criminal record. Unfortunately, it may not be as easy as you think.How to Expunge a Criminal RecordMany [...]
Am I Eligible for Expungement in Chicago and Cook County?
If you live in Cook County, you could be eligible to expunge your criminal record and get a fresh start. Imagine: no potential employers finding out that you have a [...]
Record Numbers of Wrongfully Convicted Citizens Exonerated in 2014
Dozens of people were exonerated in 2014, including many in Chicago--and that's great news. While it's always better to avoid wrongful convictions, the point is that "prosecutors are much more [...]
Can I Have Domestic Battery Expunged from My Record in Chicago?
Domestic battery is a serious offense in the state of Illinois, and it’s something that sticks with you if you’re convicted of it. As a Chicago expungement attorney, people ask [...]
What’s the Difference Between a Pardon and Clemency?
You see the terms pardon and clemency in the news from time to time, but they can be a little confusing. Sometimes they’re used interchangeably, but there are technical differences between the two that [...]
Attention Job Seekers!
This week, I have both good news and bad news for Chicagoland jobseekers. The good news is that unemployment is on the decline. Job positions are available and companies are [...]
The Stupid Mistake
Many clients contact our firm and the first thing they say is: “I made a stupid mistake when I was young that’s still affecting my life.” The “stupid mistake” [...]
