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Joyce B. Bartizal
The Law Offices of Joyce B. Bartizal & Associates
3333 Warrenville Road
Suite 200
Lisle, IL 60532
Phone: (630) 355-5148 | Fax: (630) 839-0027
http://www.bartizallaw.com
Quality Representation at an Affordable Price
Legal Topic
Criminal Defense
Preferred New Clients
Traffic, DUI, and criminal cases. Mediated or collaborative divorce, and uncontested divorce.
Sub-Categories
Criminal Defense
- Aiding, Abetting, Accessory, Conspiracy
- Felonies
- Grand Jury Proceedings
- False Identification
- Truancy
- Misdemeanors
- Probation
- Perjury
- Plea Negotiation
- Search & Seizure
- Child Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Elder Abuse
- DUI
- Felony Auto Accidents
- Parking Tickets & Towing
- Traffic - Moving Violations
- Open Container
- Driving with a Suspended License
- Driving without a License
- DWI
- Hacking
- Malicious Code
- Unauthorized Access
- Expungement or Expunction
- Drug Cultivation & Manufacturing
- Drug Possession
- Intent to Distribute Drugs
- Intent to Sell Drugs
- Constitutional Rights Defense
- Illegal Possession or Transportation
- Other Weapons & Devices
- Checks & Credit Cards
- Embezzlement
- Extortion
- Forgery
- Identity Theft
- Arson
- Burglary
- Larceny
- Shoplifting
- Theft
- Trespass
- Vandalism
- Abduction
- Child Abuse
- Child Pornography
- Indecent Exposure
- Prostitution, Solicitation, & Pandering
- Rape
- Sexual Assault
- Stalking
- Trafficking in Women
- Assault & Battery
- Domestic Violence
- Extortion
- Kidnapping
- Robbery
Legal Topic
Family Law
Preferred New Clients
Traffic, DUI, and criminal cases. Mediated or collaborative divorce, and uncontested divorce.
Sub-Categories
Family Law
- Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
- Restraining Orders
Legal Topic
Divorce
Preferred New Clients
Traffic, DUI, and criminal cases. Mediated or collaborative divorce, and uncontested divorce.
Sub-Categories
Divorce
- Annulment
- Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution(ADR)
- Restraining Orders
- Uncontested Divorce
- Collaborative Law
Bar Admissions
IL, May 1991
Bar Number: 6205961
Other Court Admissions
Northern District of Illinois - 1991.
Association Memberships
Chicago Bar Association.
Continuing Education
I always exceed the required amount of continuing education hours, focusing mainly in DUI/Criminal Law, Divorce and Estate Planning.
Example Cases
It is difficult to single out a case or two. Every client and every case varies, creating different options, challenges and results. Whether it is drafting a divorce settlement, developing a defensive strategy or working out a plea bargain, I make sure my clients know that their case is important to me.
Education
Degree:
Juris Doctor
School:
Illinois Institute of Technology - Chicago/Kent College of Law
City:
Chicago
State:
IL
Year:
1990
Honors:
1987: Centennial Scholarship Recipient
Degree:
M.I.M (M.B.A.)
School:
Thunderbird School of Global Management
City:
Glendale
State:
AZ
Year:
1991
Focus and Accomplishments:
Business Management
Degree:
B.A.
School:
Northwestern University
City:
Evanston
State:
IL
Year:
1987
Focus and Accomplishments:
German Studies with Political Science concentration
Number of Attorneys
2
State Licensed In
Illinois
Firm Focus and History
My firm focuses on quality, affordable representation. After years of public service, I found the average citizen had difficulty getting quality representation. The indigent qualified for free legal assistance, and the wealthy could afford private lawyer fees. I try to serve the average citizen caught in the middle.
The Law Offices of Joyce B. Bartizal & Associates was established in 1991 on a part-time basis and converted to a full-service firm in 2007.
Previous Employment Summary
1998-2007: Assistant Public Defender with the Law Office of the Cook County Public Defender.
1993-1998: Staff Attorney, Office of the Chief Judge - Cook County Circuit Courts.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
I believe clients need to fully inform themselves and seek professional legal help. An informed client is a good client, but where the information comes from makes a difference. The internet is helpful, but incomplete.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
I am willing to review documents prepared by clients and provide constructive comments.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
I am willing to assist clients who are representing themselves at a reduced rate/fee.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I became a lawyer to be part of the best legal system in the world, to make sure rights remain protected, and to help those who don't have the resources to adequately help themselves.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
I have lived in different parts of the world with people of different cultures. I believe my sensitivity to those differences and my experiences help me communicate with clients and understand their needs, actions and worries.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
The need of friends, family and the general public ended up determining my primary area of practice.
What do you like best about your career?
The freedom to help others without constraint when working with the system, rather than for the system.
Tell us about your law firm:
I am a solo practitioner, so clients deal with me a majority of the time. Occasionally an associate will assist with complex cases or when I have a conflict in scheduling. Clients will never be passed off to an assistant or paralegal so I can be in full contact with my clients and their needs.
What are your strengths and style?
I communicate with clients directly in easy-to-understand language. All legal terminology is explained in clear terms.
Personal Interests:
Scuba diving, motorcycle riding, travel, and dogs.
Office Manager/Assistant
Julia.
Fax
(630) 839-0027
Office Hours
By appointment.
Weekends and evenings available upon request.
Emergency After Hours
Yes
Foreign Languages
Spanish, German and other languages upon request.
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
Some cases are at a fixed price - Traffic Tickets, DUIs, Wills and Uncontested Divorce. Call for rate information.
Hourly Rates
$250 - $350 an hour depending on the case type.
Free Initial Consultation?
Yes, I offer a 30-minute free initial consultation.
Typical Retainer
$500 - $2,500 depending on case type. Some cases require no retainer.
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