Ruben Sanmiguel Law Offices
“Ruben gave us some superb advice about my son's ticket from an accident.”
Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Aurora, IL
15 firms listed · 9 in Aurora · 1 open 24/7 · 4 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Law Office of David Lee
“My first day in court was my last day in court thanks to David's expertise and commitment to the best possible outcome.”
Law Office of Clyde Guilamo
“We appreciate all of Attorney Guilano's help and will definitely seek his services in the future.”
Law Office Of Ned C Khan
“I have recommended him to friends, and business associates, whom have successfully used his services for some very serious matters.”
Bennett Law Offices
“Bennett was awesome, very professional , informative and hands on , through our entire process.”
Geneva L Penson Attorney
The 15 firms listed for Aurora, IL defend criminal charges for people. What each states about the offenses it takes and the courts it appears in comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Aurora, IL
9 of the 15 firms we list are based in Aurora; the other 6 serve Aurora from Naperville (6 mi) and St. Charles (11 mi). The firms on this page are rated from 4.6 to 5.0 across 1,176 reviews; 9 have 50 or more reviews. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (100%), responsiveness (87%) and quality (70%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "results", "understanding" and "knowledge". 1 is open around the clock; 4 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are criminal defense (2), dui (2) and retail theft (2). 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 13 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 45 years. 1 offers urgent consultations and 7 offer a free initial consultation. 1 has Spanish-speaking staff. We have a website on file for all 15 of the firms on this page; 14 publish a contact page; 7 list a public email and 2 take bookings online. We count these figures across the firms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.
Why are firms outside Aurora shown on this page?
9 of the 15 firms are based in Aurora; the others come from other towns. In criminal work the courthouse matters more than the office address, so ask whether a firm appears regularly in the court holding your case.
THE LAW Office OF Jorie K. Johnson
“I appreciate what Jorie did for me; as far as legal representation goes, she will not let you down.”
Self & Russelburg
“Bruce Self, honest, and knows how to treat his clients.”
Michael C Funkey Law Offices
“His extensive experience and large referral base makes him the perfect attorney to handle your legal needs.”
Kuhn, Heap & Monson Attorneys At Law
“I appreciated how quickly she replied to my emails and found her to be professional and thorough in her work.”
Kent Law
“He was very assuring from the very beginning that my father would not lose his CDL licenses and keep his job.”
Law Office of Ken Wang
“He was available for me anytime I needed to speak with him and he went over everything so I knew exactly what to expect.”
Jim Ryan & Associates
“Clearly one of the top lawyers and law firms in the Chicagoland area.”
O'Flaherty Law
“Jillian's dedication to providing personalized support tailored to each client's needs sets her apart, making her an invaluable asset to any law firm seeking to deliver exceptional client service.”
Goostree Law Group - Kane County
“My daughter and I are thriving in a new phase of life, and Tricia helped make that happen.”
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