Federal Criminal Defense Lawyer Michael Leonard contains no BOP prison time sentence in social media threat case. Michael Leonard of Leonard Trial Lawyers, along with Damon Cheronis of the Cheronis Parente LLC law firm, recently obtained a sentence that did not...
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Chicago Criminal Defense Lawyer Michael Leonard discusses potential impact of Kousisis Supreme Court case
Criminal Defense Lawyer Michael Leonard discusses potential impact of Kousisis Supreme Court case. Many have inquired about how the United States Supreme Court's decision in the recently argued United States v. Kousisis case will change the scope of Federal fraud...
Top Chicago White Collar Criminal Lawyer Michael Leonard addresses What will Trump’s DOJ do?
Top Chicago White Collar Criminal Lawyer Michael Leonard addresses What will Trump's DOJ do? With the election of President Trump, it is clear that the Department of Justice's priorities will change - and likely immediately. However, the prosecution of certain crimes...
Chicago’s Leading Criminal Defense Lawyer Micheal Leonard on what we can expect to see in the Luigi Mangione case
Chicago's Leading Criminal Defense Lawyer Micheal Leonard on what we can expect to see in the Luigi Mangione case. The recent tragic shooting of the CEO of United HealthCare, Brian Thompson, resulted in the relatively quick arrest of Luigi Mangione. From what has been...
Top Chicago Criminal Defense Lawyer Michael Leonard appears on One Minute Remaining Podcast to discuss Mary Rice case
Top Chicago Criminal Defense Lawyer Michael Leonard appears on One Minute Remaining Podcast to discuss Mary Rice case. Michael Leonard of Leonard Trial Lawyers appeared on Jack Laurence's popular true crime podcast, One Minute Remaining, to discuss the facts and trial...
Best Chicago Criminal Defense Lawyer Michael Leonard defends the Home Alone Parents on WGN’s “Let’s Get Legal”
Best Chicago Criminal Defense Lawyer Michael Leonard defends the Home Alone Parents on WGN's "Let's Get Legal." Trials are usually deadly serious matters. However, Michael Leonard of Leonard Trial Lawyers takes on the "mock" defense of Kate and Peter McAllister from...
What should I do if accused of domestic violence in Illinois?
Domestic violence allegations can deeply affect personal relationships, reputations, and even freedom. It is important that those who face these accusations take the matter seriously — even if the allegations seem completely unfounded. Promptly addressing the matter...
Why federal criminal courts are different
Federal criminal courts differ from state and municipal courts in jurisdiction. Federal criminal courts handle federal law violations like drug trafficking and terrorism, while state/municipal courts deal with local offenses like theft and assault. Federal courts also...
Top Chicago Federal Criminal Lawyers obtain successful resolution in felon in possession prosecution
Top Chicago Federal Criminal Lawyers obtain successful resolution in felon in possession prosecution. Michael Leonard and Matthew Chivari of Leonard Trial Lawyers recently obtained a highly favorable result for their client after a federal sentencing in a felon in...
Best Chicago Criminal Defense Lawyer discusses Trump immunity case, Snyder decision, and January 6 cases on WGN’s “Let’s Get Legal”
Best Chicago Criminal Defense Lawyer discusses Trump immunity case, Snyder decision, and January 6 cases on WGN's "Let's Get Legal." Michael Leonard appeared on WGN Radio on Saturday July 6, along with host Jon Hansen. The two took a deep dive into the United States...