Martin Samuel Lascola, experienced Car Accident, Civil Rights attorney in Schaumburg, IL with 2 reviews
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Martin Samuel Lascola

939 N. Plum Grove Rd., Schaumburg, IL

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Education

1999:
John Marshall Law School, Chicago, Juris Doctor
1996:
Marquette University, BA - Bachelor of Arts (Double Major)

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16 Aug, 2019
Mr. LaScola was professional from the first moment that I reached out to him. He made efforts to keep me informed of all of the steps that he took to make sure that my case was handled in the best way. At no point did he leave room for doubt that I had made a mistake in retaining his services.
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08 Nov, 2018
You messed up but relief is nearby. You want an expert who will also listen to you, explain the situation and your options and put you in the best situation for a positive outcome. Martin is your guy. After you hire him when you are going through waves of freaking out you can come to Avvo and re-read the 100+ positive comments (I've read them all for comfort 8 times by now) and know you've done all you can to help your situation. I put myself in a tough situation. I went out for a few drinks, nothing egregious but when I was leaving a parking lot I goosed it around a corner and squeeled my tires. I was pulled over and declined to talk the the officers about where I was that evening or participate in any sobriety tests. The prosecutors for DUI trials in Lake county are farmed out to a private firm and the state's firm sent their #1 top guy. Martin got us a Not Guilty on DUI and Reckless driving, and a modest fine and court supervision for squealing tires. Martin went head-to-head with the state's top dui prosecutor and left him noticeably pissed while we walked out with a huge W. You'll be comforted by his understanding of Lake county courts and procedures. He will listen to you. We worked together to craft a defense and no point anything that I thought important was left unconsidered. Even though my case hit a complication and dragged on a bit his flat rate fees were clear fair. Quite honestly they were about 75% of what I expected and was willing to pay for a proven winner. He's super busy but will always make time for you. Most importantly, he's a genuinely good guy. There's a reason for Martin's top rating. Do yourself a favor and pick the best. Get the free consult and make your own choice. It's hard to put a price in peace of mind. If you've read this, you've been informed. Unless you have another proven rockstar at your disposal to consider I strongly advise you to go with Martin.
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Publications

2018:
Gardilaw Blog, New Ilinois Criminal Laws - 2018
2018:
Gardilaw.com Blog, Heed The Stricter DUI Laws This Holiday
2017:
Gardilaw Blog, A Deadly Weekend for DUIs - 4th of July
2017:
Blog - G & H Website, New 2017 Laws
2016:
Gardilaw Blog, Myths - Juvenile Offenders
2016:
GardiLaw Blog, New Illinois Law Offers 911 Immunity To Minors
2016:
GardiLaw Blog, Senate Bill 627 Changes Illinois DUI Laws
2015:
GardiLaw Attorney Profile Page, Bio & Personal Statement
2015:
GardiLaw Blog, What are my rights?
2014:
www.gardilaw.com/blog/, The Suspension of Driving Privileges in Illinois DUI Offenses
2014:
PRWEB, G & H Hires New Attorney for Criminal Defense
2014:
Celebrity DUI, Former Bears QB Sentenced To 18 Months In Prison
2014:
Gardi & Haught Blog, FAQs for Teens Texting and Driving
2014:
insurancenewsnet.com, Gardi & Haught, Ltd. Ready For Summer Illinois DUI Cases
2014:
Gardi & Haught Monthly Blog, Slow Down Illinois!! New Speeding Laws Effective January 1, 2014
2014:
Market Wired, Retrial is First Win for Newest Criminal Attorney at Gardi & Haught, Ltd.
2014:
www.gardilaw.com - blog, 1st DUI Offense - What to Expect
2014:
Crain's Chicago Business, People on the Move
2013:
www.davislascola.com, Disorderly Conduct and Reckless Conduct
2013:
davislascola.com, Retail Theft Cases in Lake County, Illinois
2013:
www.davislascola.com, Retail Theft cases at the Skokie Courthouse
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davislascola.com, Retail Theft cases in the Rolling Meadows Courthouse
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www.davislascola.com, DUI cases in Lake County, Illinois
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www.davislascola.com, DUIs at the Maywood Courthouse
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davislascola.com, DUIs at the Skokie courthouse
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www.davislascola.com, DUIs at the Rolling Meadows Courthouse
2013:
www.davislascola.com, DUI cases in Chicago - Daley Center
2013:
davislascola.com, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
2013:
www.davislascola.com, Public Intoxication
2013:
www.davislascola.com, The Misdemeanor Offense of Theft
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davislascola.com, Retail Theft - Cook and Collar Counties
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www.davislascola.com, Resisting Arrest/Obstruction
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www.davislascola.com, Violations of Probation/Petitions to Revoke
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davislascola.com, Possession of Cannabis
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davislascola.com, Delivery of Cannabis/Controlled Substances
2009:
www.davislascola.com, DUI - Frequently Asked Questions
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