43+ Years
Legal Experience
About Glenn Sowa
Glenn Sowa brings a wealth of experience to his role as a criminal defense attorney in Kane County, Illinois. Formerly a Special Agent with the Illinois Bureau of Investigation, he focused on narcotics and organized crime. His career progressed as he served as an Assistant State's Counsel in DuPage County.
Actively engaged in the Kane County Bar, Mr. Sowa is a member of both the Criminal Law Committee and the Courthouse Design Committee. He also contributes as a lecturer on ethics and criminal law for the Kane County Bar Association Criminal Law Committee Seminars, having previously chaired the Criminal Law Committee.
At the Geneva office, Mr. Sowa manages cases across Kane, DeKalb, Kendall, and surrounding counties. His practice encompasses defense in serious felonies and misdemeanors, including murder, armed robbery, aggravated criminal sexual assault, controlled substance violations, DUI, and other offenses.
Notably, Mr. Sowa was selected by the United Auto Workers Union to represent its members at the Montgomery, Illinois facility, achieving acquittals in several high-profile cases. His defense strategies often involve collaboration with medical experts, jury consultants, and eye-witness identification professionals.
Mr. Sowa holds admission to the Capital Litigation Bar as Lead Counsel, qualifying him to defend death penalty cases in Illinois.
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
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 Glenn Sowa specialize in?
Glenn Sowa specializes in criminal defense, handling cases involving felonies, misdemeanors, and capital litigation.
Where is Glenn Sowa's office located?
Glenn Sowa manages the Geneva office, serving Kane, DeKalb, Kendall, and surrounding counties.
What is Glenn Sowa's role in the Kane County Bar Association?
He is a member of the Criminal Law Committee and the Courthouse Design Committee and lectures on ethics and criminal law.
Has Glenn Sowa represented any organizations?
Yes, he was chosen by the United Auto Workers Union to represent its members at the Montgomery, Illinois facility.
Is Glenn Sowa qualified to handle death penalty cases?
Yes, he is admitted to the Capital Litigation Bar as Lead Counsel, allowing him to defend death penalty cases.
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact Glenn Sowa for a free consultation about your accident case.
Call for Free ConsultationAfter an Accident
- 1Seek immediate medical attention
- 2Document the scene & gather evidence
- 3File a police report
- 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
- 5Contact Glenn for a free case review
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