Matt Fakhoury

The Law Offices of Matthew M. Fakhoury, LLC

19 years of experience

Illinois

When you’re facing tough charges, you need a tough lawyer. Matthew Fakhoury is an aggressive criminal defense attorney who will put your needs and your rights first! As a former prosecutor, Mr. Fakhoury knows the legal system from an insider’s perspective–and that helps you get the results you deserve.

Mr. Fakhoury was also an Adjunct Professor at DePaul University, where he taught law courses in the undergraduate sociology department. With years of experience as a lawyer and professor, Mr. Fakhoury has tried numerous bench and jury trials for his clients with outstanding results.

If you were arrested and charged with a DUI or criminal case, contact Attorney Matthew Fakhoury to defend your case and defend your name.

Call 847-920-4540 or visit ILDefense.com today.

Criminal Law
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders
DUI & DWI
Traffic Tickets
Suspended License
White Collar Crime

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Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Credit Cards Accepted
Illinois
Since 2005
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Languages

  • Arabic
  • English

Attorney/Owner
The Law Offices of Matthew M. Fakhoury, LLC
2011 –

Current

Adjunct Professor
DePaul University
2007 –

2017

Sociology Department – Criminology, Law & Society
Administrative Law Judge
City of Chicago, Department of Administrative Hearings
2011 –

2012

Assistant State’s Attorney
Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office
2006 –

2011

Saint Louis University School of Law
J.D. (2005) | Law – Concentration in Criminal Law & Trial Advocacy
Honors: Academic Excellence Award Mock Trial Team
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DePaul University
B.S. (2002) | Commerce
Honors: Dean’s List; Honor Role
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Super Lawyer
Super Lawyers
2023
2020 – 2023
10.0 Superb Rating
Avvo
2023
Best DUI Lawyers in Cicero
Expertise.com
2023
Best Criminal Defense Attorneys in Evanston
Avvo
2023
Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Chicago
Expertise.com
2021

Client’s Choice Award
Avvo
2018
Academic Excellence Award – Criminal Procedure
Saint Louis University School of Law
2005
Academic Excellence Award: Secured Transactions
Saint Louis University School of Law
2004

State Bar of Illinois

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Member
Current
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Chicago Bar Association

Member
Current
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Arab-American Bar Association of Illinois

Member
Current
Activities: Corresponding Secretary 2005-present
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Northwest Suburban Bar Association

Member
Current
Activities: Chair, Criminal Law Committee 2007
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Illinois State Bar Association

Member
Current
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Certifications

Illinois Licensed Lawyer
Supreme Court of Illinois
2005


The Law Offices of Matthew M. Fakhoury, LLC
Skokie Office
10024 Skokie Blvd., Suite 210
Skokie, IL 60077
US
Telephone: (847) 920-4540

The Law Offices of Matthew M. Fakhoury, LLC
Rolling Meadows Office
1600 Golf Rd., Suite 1200
Rolling Meadows, IL 60008
US
Telephone: (847) 920-4540

The Law Offices of Matthew M. Fakhoury, LLC
Chicago Office
1136 S. Delano Court West, Suite B201
Chicago, IL 60605
US
Telephone: (847) 920-4540

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Matt Fakhoury

(847) 920-4540