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Evan Winer

Evan Winer

Winer Legal

30+ Years

Legal Experience

About Evan Winer

With a distinguished career spanning three decades, Evan Winer is a highly experienced legal professional in Lake County. He represents clients in Criminal, DUI, Traffic, Juvenile, and Secretary of State License Reinstatement Hearings. A Graduate With Distinction (Cum Laude) from the University of Iowa and a member of Phi Beta Kappa, Evan attended Loyola University of Chicago School of Law. He was admitted to the Illinois Bar in 1988 and to the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois in 1989.

Evan began his career in the civil litigation division at Arnstein & Lehr in Chicago. He then served as a Cook County Public Defender, gaining extensive experience in criminal defense. His assignments included Juvenile Court, First Municipal Division, Felony Preliminary Hearings, Night Narcotics Division, and the Felony Trial Division at 26th & California.

In 1993, Evan joined the Lake County Public Defender's Office in the Felony Trial Division. He later joined his family at the Law Offices of Winer & Winer in Waukegan, where he has built a reputation for exceptional advocacy in Lake County.

Evan is actively involved in the legal community as a member of the Lake County Bar Association, where he participates in the Criminal Law Committee, as well as the North Suburban Bar Association and the Illinois State Bar Association.

The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.

Practice Areas

Criminal Law
Domestic Violence
DUI & DWI
Juvenile Law
Traffic Tickets
Criminal Appeals
Drug Crimes
Expungement
Fraud
Gun Crimes
Internet Crimes
Sex Crimes
Theft
Violent Crimes
Domestic Violence Criminal Defense

Illinois Car Accident Laws

Understanding Illinois's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:

Statute of Limitations

2 years

Time limit to file a claim

Negligence Rule

modified comparative fault (51%)

How fault is determined

Min. Insurance (BI/PD)

$25K/$50K/$20K

Per person/per accident/property

Insurance System

At-Fault

At-fault driver's insurance pays

Frequently Asked Questions

What areas of law does Evan Winer specialize in?

Evan Winer specializes in Criminal, DUI, Traffic, Juvenile, and Secretary of State License Reinstatement Hearings.

Where did Evan Winer receive his legal education?

Evan Winer attended Loyola University of Chicago School of Law.

When was Evan Winer admitted to the Illinois Bar?

Evan Winer was admitted to the Illinois Bar in 1988.

What is Evan Winer's role in the Lake County Bar Association?

Evan Winer is a member of the Criminal Law Committee within the Lake County Bar Association.

Contact Information

9 N. County Street Suite 100 Waukegan IL 60085
Evanston, IL
8473369111 Visit Website

Need Legal Help?

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After an Accident

  1. 1Seek immediate medical attention
  2. 2Document the scene & gather evidence
  3. 3File a police report
  4. 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
  5. 5Contact Evan for a free case review

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