Brendan Robert Appel, experienced Business, Car Accident attorney in Northfield, IL with 420 reviews
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Brendan Robert Appel

191 Waukegan Road, Northfield, IL

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Education

2000:
DePaul University College of Law, Juris Doctorate (with honors, Order of the Coif)
1997:
Loyola University Chicago, Bachelor of Arts

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4.9 420 reviews
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M elkadi

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18 Dec, 2024
They are amazing. I got Scott law violation and had a case in the court. MR Brandon was able to get the case dismissed without me even showing up.
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Lubor kovac

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17 Dec, 2024
The secretary at the Davis Law Group, was warm and asked probing questions to get the facts needed from me. She also did the credit card payment over the phone, saving me a trip to make my payment at their law firm. A big thank you for the fine efforts of Attorney Davis, in dismissing the case. I owe him a gracious appreciation for his positive results for me at court. Thank you for your outstansing teamwork to win this case!
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Brandon beck

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07 Dec, 2024
The Davis’s recently helped me get my license back from out of state. We’re super helpful through the whole process. Making it pretty much painless, highly recommend!
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Pros
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Highly responsive and communicative attorneys who provide excellent customer service
“Brandon was extremely helpful and was able to get me the best possible outcome for my speeding violation. Brandon's knowledge of the law and negotiation skills are impeccable.”
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Successful in reducing or dismissing a wide range of traffic violations, including serious charges like aggravated speeding
“Brandon was able to reduce my Sentence to 6 months of supervision, $100 fine, and Reduced the charge to a petty speeding offense.”
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Expertise in handling complex cases and navigating the legal system
“Merrill made the process seem effortless and was thorough in not only the work she did, but also in explaining exactly what was being done and the timeline in which it happened.”
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Reasonable and transparent pricing
“Brandon's fee was reasonable and the outcome was better than what we expected.”
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Able to represent clients even in their absence, saving them time and hassle
“Brandon did an excellent job regarding potential traffic violation for my daughter. He was both professional and knowledgeable throughout the process, with great practical advice/guidance.”
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Some clients reported poor experiences with long-lasting disputes and dissatisfaction with the firm's handling of their case
“Unfortunately over 6 years later and I have ongoing disputes with this lawyer. As for his response on yelp on 11/4/17 he is questioning my honesty and his explanation is totally false on everything.”
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A few clients expressed frustration with the firm's receptionist or secretary providing poor service
“get yourself off the search for the baiid device location, and a secretary without an attitude wouldnt hurt.”

Publications

2016:
B.A. Legal Blog, Tips for the Real Estate Seller
2016:
B.A. Legal Blog, Tips for the Real Estate Buyer
2016:
Sterling Educational Services (SES), Landlord Obligations and Tenant Rights
2016:
Sterling Educational Services (SES), Lease Drafting and Tenant Accomodations
2015:
Sterling Educational Services (SES), Ethics in Landlord Tenant Litigation
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