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Jeff Brown is an experienced and aggressive Bloomington criminal defense and post-conviction attorney. He handles all FEDERAL and ILLINOIS criminal cases including DUI, drugs, domestic battery and unlawful use of a weapon and traffic violations.

Rachael enjoys representing clients with passion and fervor in family matters, criminal defense and bankruptcy. In her words, “The people are the very best part of this job – it’s what made me choose this career. Obtaining the best result possible for someone during a difficult time in their life brings me personal and professional satisfaction.”

Occurrences with family and friends have cultivated Gabe’s deep-seated devotion to helping the injured. The son of a doctor and occupational therapist, Gabe received his parents’ work ethic, moral compass, and sense of duty towards the sick and injured. He began putting those traits to good use at UW-Madison. After graduating from college in 2014, Gabe landed a job as the Director of Business Development at Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates. He didn’t yet realize his capacity for law, but during this role Gabe witnessed the vast effect that a personal injury attorney can have on injured clients. Gabe continued to work full...

Emily Rapp is a partner at McSwain, Nagle, Giese & Rapp PC. Emily practices in Kane, DuPage and Kendall counties and additionally practices at the appellate court level. Emily is a past President of the Kane County Bar Association, and Past Chair of the Family Law Section for DuPage County Bar Association. She has presented at Illinois State Bar Association, DuPage County Bar Association and Kane County Bar Association seminars speaking on topics relating to family law. In addition to her speaking engagements, Emily has authored legal articles including a chapter on the Parentage Act for Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal...

Ms. Chavez counsels and represents employees in a variety of employment litigation matters including discrimination (based on age, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion and sexual orientation), sexual harassment, Family Medical Leave Act and retaliation claims. Ms. Chavez has experience representing employees in front of administrative agencies (the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Illinois Department of Human Rights and the Illinois Department of Labor) and state and federal courts. The services offered by Ms. Chavez range from the review of a severance package, to representation at the administrative level--Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, to legal representation in state and federal court.

Matt Karstens is an Associate Attorney at McSwain Nagle Giese & Rapp., P.C. based out of Wheaton, Illinois. Matt has extensive courtroom experience gained from his time spent as an Assistant State's Attorney in Kane County, Illinois. Matt specializes in Criminal Defense (Traffic, DUI, Domestic Violence, Misdemeanor, and Felony) and Family Law matters (divorce, parentage, allocation of parental decision making making and parenting time, child support, spousal support, relocation, orders of protection, and prenuptial/postnuptial agreements.

Jacqueline M. Aldrich, born and raised in Chicago, Illinois, earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from North Central College in Naperville, Illinois. During her undergraduate studies, she majored in Political Science and competed on North Central College’s Mock Trial team taking 3rd place in the 2003 Regional Competition and competing in the 2003 National Competition. Upon graduating with honors, Jacqueline attended The John Marshall Law School, where she participated in The John Marshall Law Review and was appointed Associate Justice of the Moot Court Executive Board in 2005. She also competed in the Fred F. Herzog Moot Court Competition and...

Charles is a shareholder at Lofgren & Wentworth, P.C. in Glen Ellyn, Illinois, where he practices business, property, and appellate litigation. After graduating in the top 3% of his law school class at the University of Utah, he clerked for Chief Justice John T. Broderick of the New Hampshire Supreme Court. He then became a litigation associate at Kirkland & Ellis LLP before opening Wentworth Law Offices. Charles' experience as an officer and director of multiple closely-held companies also gives him practical business and real estate experience. He is active in the DuPage County and Illinois State Bar Associations, where...

Richard has been an attorney since 1972. He brings a wealth of experience to his work. His main areas of practice are Personal Injury, Workers' Compensation, Estate Planning and Real Estate. He and his staff have been recognized in the community for their professionalism and responsiveness. He has been listed as one of Expertise.com's "Best Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Elgin 2021". However, the highest honor he has received throughout his career is that his clients often refer their children to him. He has proudly served multiple generations of families in the Kane County area and beyond.

Matthew Miller is an attorney dedicated to assisting individuals throughout Peoria with their various family law and criminal law matters. He recognizes that every individual is going through a situation that is unique to them, and he works to develop strategies that are tailored to fit each client’s specific needs and goals. Mr. Miller is recognized for the effective counsel and representation he provides, and even has an Avvo Rating of 9.5 Excellent. To learn more about working with Attorney Miller, be sure to contact the firm today.

Abigayle (Abby) Endress grew up in Pearl City, Illinois. She graduated from Highland Community College in 2018. In 2020, she received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Agricultural Leadership, Education, and Communications from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. She earned her Juris Doctor from Drake University Law School in 2023, with a certificate in Food and Agricultural Law. While in law school, Abby was selected as a teaching assistant for an introductory legal research course and worked as a student attorney in the Drake Legal Clinic. She was also a member of Drake Law Women, Drake Agriculture and Environmental Association,...

Moises Barraza's passion for immigration law developed through personal experience and faith conviction. His parents are immigrants, so he knows firsthand the work necessary to become a part of America. He also understands Christ's special concern for immigrants (Mt 25:35). Moises is fully bilingual in English and Spanish, and, in addition to practicing immigration law, he enjoys spending time with his family, writing and recording music, traveling, and learning about other cultures.

La pasión de Moises Barraza por la ley de inmigración es una combinación de su experiencia personal y su convicción de fe. Sus padres son inmigrantes, y él...

I am Jack G. Schuler, a detail-oriented attorney with a robust background in legal research, writing, and appellate practice. I am adept at drafting persuasive briefs, analyzing complex legal issues, and presenting effective oral arguments. My dedication to providing exceptional representation is particularly focused on underserved clients, whom I serve with creativity and empathy. I am licensed to practice in Illinois and am deeply committed to advancing justice through collaborative teamwork. I earned my Juris Doctor from Drake University Law School in Des Moines, IA, in May 2023. During my time at law school, I was honored to be on the...

David graduated from Kansas State University where he was not only a member of the school’s first national-qualifying Trial Team but also the head of the university’s judicial system. As the head of the judicial system, David represented victims of sexual harassment, theft, and property damage and advocated for their rights before student and faculty judicial review boards. After college, David moved to Chicago, where he went to the Chicago-Kent College of Law and earned his Juris Doctor, cum laude. While at Chicago-Kent, David competed nationally on the school’s Moot Court team. A finalist or semi-finalist in all of his prior...

Nicole’s experience involves cases having injuries such as bedsores, fractures from falls, malnutrition, dehydration, infection, aspiration, and sexual abuse. She takes great joy in forming relationships with the residents and their families, hearing their stories and concerns, and advocating for their rights. Nicole Morrison gives her entire legal practice to the representation of injured nursing home residents and their families. After joining Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates in 2008, as a law clerk, Nicole established a passion for representing nursing home residents and their families. She veiws each resident not just as a client, but as someone’s beloved relative or friend. This passion...

Tyler Berberich dedicates his entire legal practice to representing and defending the rights of injured workers to the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission. Tyler was raised in southern Michigan, then attended Michigan State University. After college, he moved to Illinois to go to law school at Chicago-Kent College of Law. After graduation, Tyler started his legal career practicing workers’ compensation law in Springfield, Illinois before moving back to Chicago to join Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates, Ltd.

Mr. Andreano is an experienced trial lawyer who is a featured speaker at CLE and other seminars, an author of multiple legal texts, and recognized as a top trial lawyer. The oldest of eight children, Frank is a lifelong Joliet resident who practices law with his dad, brother and wife. The firm prides itself on its personal service to clients, and handling high intensity litigation.