Stephenson County Lawyers

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...

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.

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...

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.

University of Illinois College of Law graduate. 39 years of experience in criminal law, both felonies and misdemeanors, traffic law, including DUIs, driving on suspended or revoked license, driver's license reinstatement hearings before the Secretary of State, juvenile law, including delinquency and abuse and neglect cases.

I admitted to the Bar in the District of Columbia- 1968. I am admitted to the Bar of the State of Tennessee- 1973 I am admitted to the Bar of the State of Illinois- 1997 I am admitted to the Bar of the U S Supreme Court- 1995 Admitted to practice in the 6th and 7th Circuit US Court of Appeals Specializing: Intellectual Property, Food Law, Corporate Law and Real Estate. Recipient of the Illinois Distinguish Counselor Certificate and the same from the State of Tennessee. Past President of the Association of Corporate Counsel- Chicago Chapter Bachelor of Science- Columbia...

I have over 35 years of experience in multiple court systems in the Chicago metro area. My practice includes contested matters as well as transactions in the area of estate planning, trusts, wills, trust administration and real estate closings.

I am a 1973 graduate of Loyola University, Chicago and a 1980 graduate of Northern IL University college of law.

George is an Illinois-based attorney whose practice is informed by a strong foundation in corporate, securities, and commercial law. With a background that spans in-house legal departments, private firms, and the judiciary, he has supported legal teams in drafting and negotiating a wide array of corporate and commercial agreements — while advising on corporate compliance, employment law, intellectual property, and M&A transactions. George has advised on risk and exposure associated with high-value vendor and customer agreements and has contributed directly to leadership-level decision-making. Rejoining the private practice of law, George has expanded his business practice to include real estate and...

Ted P. Hammel is a Senior Partner at Hammel Law Offices, P.C. In 1985, Mr. Hammel earned his Bachelors of Science degree from the College of Business at Marquette University. After graduation, he was employed at the Continental National Bank of Chicago. In 1986, he enrolled in The John Marshall Law School of Chicago. During law school, he clerked for the United States Army Judge Advocate General’s Office VII Corp, Munich, Germany. While in Germany, he assisted soldiers with consumer purchasing issues, estate, & contract matters. In 1989, he graduated and received his...

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.

John Larson, founder of Larson Law Group LLC, is a dedicated Chicago personal injury, medical malpractice, and business law attorney serving Cook, DuPage, and Lake Counties. With a client-first approach, John fights for accident victims and businesses, delivering justice with empathy and skill. His firm handles car accidents, slip-and-falls, wrongful death, and contract disputes in neighborhoods like Lincoln Park, the Loop, Naperville, and Waukegan. A Midwest native, John’s ties to Chicago and its suburbs drive his commitment to the region. After earning his law degree, he founded Larson Law Group LLC to offer accessible legal services. His entrepreneurial mindset and legal...

Immigration Law Associates, P.C. has nearly 20 years of experience in the immigration field. Our immigration attorneys assist individuals, corporations, and other institutions around the world in all aspects of U.S. immigration matters. We have extensive experience in H-1B visas, Green Cards, L-1 intra company transfers, student visas, investor visas, J-1 visas, deportation, employer compliance, citizenship and much more. Our clients include executives, information technology professionals, students, scientists, highly skilled foreign workers, and other foreign-born individuals who seek to legalize their immigration status either temporarily or permanently. Our firm pledges to offer you the most personable and accessible immigration services....

As a dynamic and results-driven attorney, I have extensive experience in risk management, regulatory compliance, and employment law. As a strategic executive leader, I have successfully advised boards, C-suite executives, and business owners across various industries, guiding them through complex legal landscapes and helping them navigate employment issues, contract disputes, and litigation matters. A former litigator in high-stakes federal employment cases, I have a proven track record of securing successful outcomes in some of the most challenging and high-profile disputes, including claims involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and breach of contract. My litigation experience has honed my ability to develop...