Kevin P. Bolger
Top rated Criminal Defense attorney in Chicago, Illinois
Kevin P. Bolger & Associates
Practice areas: Criminal Defense, DUI-DWI, White Collar Crimes; view more
Licensed in Illinois since: 1976
Education: Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology
Languages spoken: English, Spanish
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Kevin P. Bolger & Associates
6723 N. Northwest HighwayChicago, IL 60631 Visit website
A formidable criminal defense and personal injury attorney, Kevin P. Bolger serves clients across the Chicago metropolitan area. With over 40 years of experience in the legal field, he has an extensive background in handling high-value criminal matters, white collar crimes, all personal injury matters, workers’ compensation claims and DUIs. Serving clients from his office at Kevin P. Bolger & Associates in Chicago, Illinois, he provides dedicated representation to the Spanish-speaking communities in Chicago.
Upon completion of his undergraduate studies in business administration from DePaul University, Mr. Bolger went on to pursue his legal education at Chicago-Kent College of Law. He was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1976 and is also licensed to appear before the federal courts in Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 7th Circuit. A graduate of the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association School of Trial Advocacy and the National Institute for Trial Advocacy School of Trial Advocacy, he brings elite, battle-tested courtroom skills and persuasive litigation strategy to every client's case.
Over the course of his career, Mr. Bolger has taken on dynamic legal roles, including positions with the Chicago Police Department and as a Cook County assistant state’s attorney. This unique background provides an invaluable insider perspective, allowing him to anticipate prosecution strategies and investigate cases thoroughly. Today, as a state and federal attorney in Chicago, he leverages this experience to build formidable defenses for criminal clients and recover full compensation for personal injury plaintiffs.
Known for pairing trial-tested skills with client-centric care, Mr. Bolger delivers aggressive, reliable representation across state and federal courts. His commitment to achieving suitable case results and maintaining strong client relationships has earned him industry recognition, including the Avvo Clients’ Choice Award and the Distinguished peer-review rating through Martindale-Hubbell.
*AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® is the facilitator of a peer-review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™ fall into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards.
Practice areas
Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense: DUI/DWI, Criminal Defense: White Collar, Personal Injury - General: Plaintiff, Workers' Compensation: ClaimantFocus areas
Arrest & Arraignment, Criminal Domestic Violence, Criminal Law, Criminal Law - Federal, DUI/DWI, Murder, Personal Injury - Plaintiff, White Collar Crime
- 60% Criminal Defense
- 10% Criminal Defense: DUI/DWI
- 10% Criminal Defense: White Collar
- 10% Personal Injury - General: Plaintiff
- 10% Workers' Compensation: Claimant
First Admitted: 1976, Illinois
Bar / Professional Activity
- ITLA (Illinois Trial Lawyers Association) School of Trial Advocacy
- 7th Circuit Court of Appeals
- Federal Districts of Wisconsin: Eastern and Western
- Federal Districts of Indiana: Northern and Southern
- Federal Districts of Illinois: Northern, Central, and Southern
- State of Illinois
- NITA (National Institute for Trial Advocacy) School of Trial Advocacy
Educational Background
- DePaul University, Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration
Honors
- I have volunteered in Illinois Hockey for over 25 years. Currently I am VP of Hockey Operations for the Amateur Hockey Association of Illinois , ILLINOIS HOCKEY HALL OF FAME, 2019
- Named a Top Criminal Defense Attorney in Chicago by Attorney and Practice Magazine
- Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Chicago by Expertise
Awards
Avvo Client's Choice Award: This award is granted to attorneys with at least 5 reviews with 4+ stars in a given year on Avvo.com
Distinguished: This award is granted to attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for very high ethical standards, with an average peer review score of 3.0 to 4.4.
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- Super Lawyers: 2020 - 2027