Hirsch Law Group
Criminal Defense | Serving Edwardsville, IL
630-360-9036Contact Hirsch Law Group for experienced Criminal Defense guidance in Edwardsville, Illinois.
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Protecting Your Rights - Criminal Defense & Immigration Attorneys You Can Trust.
Life is full of challenges, but facing criminal charges or immigration issues can feel overwhelming. With years of experience on both sides of the law, our attorneys are equipped to handle a wide range of criminal defense and immigration matters. That’s why we take the time to listen, understand your story, and develop a personalized strategy that’s right for you.
Our team includes both experienced criminal and immigration attorneys who work together to provide comprehensive legal representation.
Contact us today if you need legal assistance with any of the following:
- Criminal Defense
- DUI/DWI
- Domestic Violence & Neglect
- Drug Violations
- Family Law
- Immigration
- Sex Offenses
- Traffic Violation
- White Collar Crimes
Call 630-360-9036 today to arrange your initial consultation.
Attorney Nicholas C. Navarro
Bar Admissions
- Illinois, 2014
Education
- John Marshall Law School
Attorney Addilene Avila
Bar Admissions:
- Minnesota Supreme Court, 2024
Education:
- DePaul University College of Law, Chicago, Illinois, 2017
- J.D.
- Honors: Secretary, Latino Law Student Association
- Honors: Competitor, National Latina/o Law Student Moot Court Competition
- Law Journal: Journal of Social Justice, Research Contributor
- North Park University, 2013
- B.A.
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)
- Minnesota State Bar Association
Attorney Mr. Alexander Blum JD
Bar Admissions:
- Illinois, 2009
Education:
- Thomas M. Cooley Law School, Lansing, Michigan, 2009
- J.D.
- Honors: Dean’s List
- Honors: Moot Court
- University of Southern California, 2004
- B.A.
- Major: Psychology
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Illinois State Bar Association, 2016 - 2017
- Lake County Bar Association, 2016 - 2017
Attorney Craig Boston
Bar Admissions:
- Illinois, 2009
- U.S. Court of Appeals 7th Circuit, 2010
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Illinois
Education:
- Northern Illinois University College of Law, DeKalb, Illinois, 2009
- J.D.
- Honors: cum laude
- Honors: President, Black Law Students Association
- Honors: Best Oralist in the Moot Court Program
- Honors: Outstanding Contribution to the College of Law Community
- Honors: Dean's List
- National-Louis University, Wheeling, Illinois, 2006
- B.A.
- Honors: Graduated with a 4.0 g.p.a. (4.0 scale)
- Major: Applied Behavioral Sciences 4.0/4.0 GPA
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- DuPage County Bar Association, 2007 - Present (Member)
- Illinois State Bar Association, 2007 - Present (Member)
- Will County Bar Association, 2007 - Present (Member)
Languages Spoken:
- English
- Spanish
Attorney Sara Bozarth
Bar Admissions:
- Illinois, 2020
Education:
- Saint Louis University College of Law, Baguio, Philippines
- Juris Doctor
- Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
- Honors: cum laude
- Major: Psychology
Attorney James Brzezinski
Bar Admissions:
- Illinois, 2016
- Supreme Court of Illinois, 2016
Education:
- DePaul University College of Law, Chicago, Illinois, 2016
- J.D.
- Miami University, Ohio, 2013
- B.S.
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Lake County Bar Association, 2016 - Present (Member)
- Chicago Bar Association, 2016 - Present (Member)
- Illinois State Bar Association, 2016 - Present (Member)
Attorney Thomas Carrasco
Bar Admissions:
- Illinois, 2021
Education:
- Southern Illinois University School of Law, Carbondale, Illinois
- J.D.
Attorney Daniel Clifton
Bar Admissions:
- Illinois, 1999
- U.S. District Court Central District of Illinois, 2021
Education:
- Washington University School of Law, St. Louis, Missouri, 1996
- J.D.
- Southern Illinois University, 1993
- B.A.
- Major: History
Attorney William Culp
Bar Admissions:
- Illinois, 2019
Education:
- Mitchell Hamline School of Law, St. Paul, Minnesota
- J.D.
- University of North Carolina at Greensboro
- B.A.
- Major: Theater
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Champaign County Bar Association
- Illinois State Bar Association
- Mahomet Chamber of Commerce
Attorney Caelyn Deeb
Bar Admissions:
- Illinois
- Iowa
Education:
- University of Iowa College of Law, Iowa City, Iowa
- J.D.
Attorney Melanie Fialkowski
Bar Admissions:
- Illinois, 1999
Education:
- The John Marshall Law School, Chicago, Illinois, 1999
- J.D.
- Honors: cum laude
- University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 1990
- B.A.
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Illinois State Bar Association - Member
- Chicago Bar Association - Member, 2012 - Present
- DeKalb County Bar Association - Member
- Chicago Bar Association, Animal Law Committee - Member, 2012 - Present
- Illinois State Bar Association, Animal Law Section - Member
Attorney Thomas E. Florek
Bar Admissions
- Illinois, 2008
- Missouri, 2007
Education
- University of Missouri-Kansas City
- Juris Doctorate, 2007
- Saint Louis Univeristy
- Bachelor of Science, 2004
Language Spoken
- Polish
- English
Attorney Andrew Hanson
Bar Admissions:
- Illinois, 2002
Education:
- University of Illinois College of Law, Illinois, 2002
- Juris Doctor
- Northern Illinois University, 1999
- B.A., Bachelor of Arts
- Honors: With Honors
Attorney Elanna Myers
Bar Admissions
- Illinois, 2022
Attorney Brandon Phetsadasack
Bar Admissions:
- Illinois
Education:
- Northern Illinois University College of Law, Glen Ellyn, Illinois, 2023
- J.D.
- Honors: cum laude
- Southern Illinois University, 2018
- B.A.
Attorney Layla Shaaban
Bar Admissions:
- Illinois, 2025
Education:
- DePaul University College of Law, Chicago, Illinois, 2025
- J.D.
- Brigham Young University, 2021
- B.A.
- Major: Political Science
Languages Spoken:
- English
- Arabic
- American Sign Language
Attorney Michelle McClellan
Bar Admissions
- Illinois, 2021
Attorney Andrea Neumann
Bar Admissions:
- Illinois, 2005
Education:
- DePaul University College of Law, Chicago, Illinois
- J.D.
- University of Iowa
- B.A.
- Major: Business Administration
- Minor: Psychology
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- DuPage County Bar Association
- DuPage County Criminal Defense Association
- DuPage County Women’s Lawyer Association
Attorney Arnold Pula
Bar Admissions:
- Illinois, 2021
Education:
- The John Marshall Law School, Chicago, Illinois, 2020
- J.D.
- University of Illinois at Chicago, 2017
- B.A.
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Illinois State Bar (Member)
Attorney Joseph Lane Weigel
Bar Admissions:
- Illinois
- Iowa
Education:
- Michigan State University College of Law, East Lansing, Michigan, 2022
- J.D.
- Western Illinois University, 2019
- B.S.
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Illinois State Bar Association
- Southwest Bar Association
Attorney Christine Moriarty
Bar Admissions:
- Illinois, 1984
Education:
- The John Marshall Law School, Chicago, Illinois
- J.D.
Attorney Linda Sanchez Ortega
Bar Admissions:
- Supreme Court of Illinois, 2022
Education:
- Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago, Illinois, 2022
- J.D.
- Northeastern Illinois University, 2016
- B.A.
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)
- Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois
Languages Spoken:
- Spanish
Attorney Luiza Quental
Education
- Loyola University Chicago School of Law
- Juris Doctorate, 2021
Professional Association and Membership
- Chicago Bar Association
- Illinois Bar Association
Language Spoken
- Spanish
- Portuguese
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Since 1997, the "Lead Counsel Verified" status has been granted to attorneys who possess:
- The Right Professional Experience
- A Spotless Record
The following attorneys at this firm are Lead Counsel Verified:
Addilene Avila
This attorney practices in Illinois and is Lead Counsel Verified in the following practice areas:
| Practice Area | Year |
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| Immigration | Since 2026 |
Nicholas Charles Navarro
This attorney practices in Illinois and is Lead Counsel Verified in the following practice areas:
| Practice Area | Year |
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| Criminal Defense | Since 2026 |
Linda Sanchez Ortega
This attorney practices in Illinois and is Lead Counsel Verified in the following practice areas:
| Practice Area | Year |
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| Immigration | Since 2026 |
Brandon Phetsadasack
This attorney practices in Illinois and is Lead Counsel Verified in the following practice areas:
| Practice Area | Year |
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| Criminal Defense | Since 2026 |
Thomas J. Carrasco
This attorney practices in Illinois and is Lead Counsel Verified in the following practice areas:
| Practice Area | Year |
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| Criminal Defense | Since 2026 |
Melanie Susanne Fialkowski
This attorney practices in Illinois and is Lead Counsel Verified in the following practice areas:
| Practice Area | Year |
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| Criminal Defense | Since 2026 |
Caelyn Michelle Deeb
This attorney practices in Illinois and is Lead Counsel Verified in the following practice areas:
| Practice Area | Year |
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| Criminal Defense | Since 2026 |
Christine Moriarty
This attorney practices in Illinois and is Lead Counsel Verified in the following practice areas:
| Practice Area | Year |
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| Criminal Defense | Since 2026 |
James Thomas Brzezinski
This attorney practices in Illinois and is Lead Counsel Verified in the following practice areas:
| Practice Area | Year |
|---|---|
| Criminal Defense | Since 2026 |
Andrew James Hanson
This attorney practices in Illinois and is Lead Counsel Verified in the following practice areas:
| Practice Area | Year |
|---|---|
| Criminal Defense | Since 2026 |
Daniel D. Clifton
This attorney practices in Illinois and is Lead Counsel Verified in the following practice areas:
| Practice Area | Year |
|---|---|
| Criminal Defense | Since 2026 |
Andrea Joanne Neumann
This attorney practices in Illinois and is Lead Counsel Verified in the following practice areas:
| Practice Area | Year |
|---|---|
| Criminal Defense | Since 2026 |
Laura Sara Bozarth
This attorney practices in Illinois and is Lead Counsel Verified in the following practice areas:
| Practice Area | Year |
|---|---|
| Criminal Defense | Since 2026 |
| Juvenile Law | Since 2026 |