Hal is seriously the best. I’m trying to find the best words to explain how happy I am with the outcome of things! He works fast, efficiently, and maintains great communication.

Outstanding Attorney – Highly Recommend Hal Garfinkel From the very first phone call, Hal Garfinkel proved to be exactly what our family needed—responsive, compassionate, and deeply committed. He answered my call immediately, listened to our urgent situation, and took swift action when my son was locked up with no resolution in sight. Mr. Garfinkel not only made a court appearance on my son’s behalf but went above and beyond to get the case completely thrown out. Thanks to his efforts, my son’s second chance probation was reinstated—something we never thought possible. His services were reasonably priced, and he handled our case as if it were his own family in need. We are truly grateful for the dedication and professionalism he displayed. If you’re looking for an honest, effective attorney who truly cares, I wholeheartedly recommend Hal Garfinkel. He’s a blessing during difficult times.

Outstanding Attorney – Highly Recommend Hal Garfinkel From the very first phone call, Hal Garfinkel proved to be exactly what our family needed—responsive, compassionate, and deeply committed. He answered my call immediately, listened to our urgent situation, and took swift action when my son was locked up with no resolution in sight. Mr. Garfinkel not only made a court appearance on my son’s behalf but went above and beyond to get the case completely thrown out. Thanks to his efforts, my son’s second chance probation was reinstated—something we never thought possible. His services were reasonably priced, and he handled our case as if it were his own family in need. We are truly grateful for the dedication and professionalism he displayed. If you’re looking for an honest, effective attorney who truly cares, I wholeheartedly recommend Hal Garfinkel. He’s a blessing during difficult times.

I have so much gratitude for Attorney Hal, who has been instrumental in my legal journey since early 2021. The case has concluded successfully, marking a significant milestone in my life. Attorney Hal was helpful and considerate, Hal demonstrated consistent communication and dedication throughout the process. I am so grateful for his work and satisfaction regarding the outcome and his ability to be an very positive throughout this process.

Hal is the best and when he tells you not to worry he got you he really means that so i just wanted to say thank you Hal for what you did for me.

I would like to thank attorney Hal thank you so much for his work he did for my son I could never repay him for my son freedom I can’t say enough about him he is a very well educated attorney that knows the law. He walked us through each step of the way answered questions he is a great attorney he is a man of his word I will highly recommend him to anyone I know. Hal thank you for fighting for my son and upholding justice. Tammy

Hal is not only a great Layer, but he is also an amazing person. He truly listens to your concerns and tells you exactly what you have to hear, not what you want to hear. Working with Hal has trully been a blessing for me and my family. I can't thank him enough for what he has done for me in helping me get my case dismissed. So for anyone thinking about hiring Mr. Garfinkel, know that he will have your best interest at all times and will do everything within his means to make sure you get a favorable outcome in the end.

hal is hands down one of the best defensive attorneys he’s worked cases for me and my family for years and have got us justice!! I can promise that you will not be disappointed with his work . I’m a free man today and has never none a day behind bars great man.

Hal Garfinkel's quick reply to my call for help was a godsend. He was able to help me in a tight situation and was very thorough in giving me the help I needed for my family's legal problem

Hal is phenomenal!!! Very straightforward, reassuring, and professional. Even with his heavy case load he was attentive to my case and always communicated. I owe him greatly!! Thank you for providing your services to me.

To simply put it, DO NOT HIRE THIS ATTORNEY. Hal, Harold, Mr. Garfinkel, does not care about the people he represents. I was taught better than to write bad reviews about people, but this is well deserved. A good criminal attorney needs to sympathize with their client and take the time to understand their client completely because at the of the day you as a client need someone to represent your best interests and advocate for the best outcome. Lawyers need to be compassionate. As a quick disclaimer, I am not a clinically licensed psychologist, but I am able to tell you Mr. Garfinkel does not possess any qualities that a good lawyer should. Between the lack of sympathy and compassion, his huge ego, and an uncanny ability to trip over his own arrogance, it’s a wonder he hasn’t elevated himself to the status of a self-help guru. All jokes aside, I was doomed from the start. The outcome of my situation was terrible. DO NOT HIRE.

Hal is an exceptional lawyer and an even more remarkable person. Honestly, he’s magic. He was there for us every step of the way—steadfast, transparent, and always on time. He went above and beyond for my husband’s case and got it dismissed. His dedication, integrity, and skill are unmatched. Hal is, without question, the best defense attorney in Chicago. We owe him so much. If I could give him all the stars, I would. I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone in need of a true legal champion. Thank you Hal for everything. We will never forget you.

Best lawyer in Chicago Hal knows what he’s doing he takes care of everything and gets the best outcome for you he got my felony charges dismissed after trying to give me time to serve would recommend to represent you!

Hal is an amazing attorney! When I felt like all hope was lost he stepped in and gave me hope. I owe him greatly. He taught long and hard for me. He gave me reassurance and trust. He worked tirelessly on my behalf and in the end I am a free young lady and forever grateful to the best attorney in the world. I recommend him to any and everyone. He was very reasonable and understanding. An all around great attorney and will never forget whhlat has done and been to me through this year and a half journey. Your the best and I appreciate you dearly.

To simply put it, DO NOT HIRE THIS ATTORNEY. Hal, Harold, Mr. Garfinkel, does not care about the people he represents. I was taught better than to write bad reviews about people, but this is well deserved. A good criminal attorney needs to sympathize with their client and take the time to underst

My family and I are beyond greatful for everything Mr. Garfinkle did for us. Last week we concluded an almost four year process to conclude my brother's case. His case was very complex, he had everything stacked against him. He showed up to court more times than I can count, while he was also negotiating and standing up for my brother behind the scenes. He is always just a text or call away if you have any questions. He is the one that personally takes care of you, you don't have to go through other staff members to get an answer. I called many law firms before someone referred us to Mr. Garfinkle, and most attorneys had extremely high fees with very large retainers. We were starting to lose hope when we spoke to him. He offered us payments that were accessible to us, and although the case stretched out more than we would have imagined he didn't charge us an additional fee. Attorneys that we didn't hire implied that is was likely a cheaper attorney would not give us a good resolution for the case. They were mistaken, he took care of us. Given the circumstances of the case, and our financial resources it's very unlikely someone would have reached a better conclusion. If you are on the fence about what attorney to entrust your case, know that Mr. Garfinkle is knowledgeable, relentless and doesn't take your trust in him lightly.

I contacted Hal M. Garfinkel regarding an upcoming traffic violation. He phoned me within the hour and explained that I do not need to consult a lawyer for this court appearance. I was encouraged by his kind, knowledgeable and prompt response.

Hal Garfinkel is not a good attorney simply because he is not a man of his word. I was fighting an agg UUW back in 2017 with a foid card. The case went on until the early summer of 2019 and he successfully helped me with getting first time gun offenders probation I give him that. Now the deal was sweet because all I had to do was complete about 50 hours of community service, and once completed the felony charge would be vacated. The problem with Hal is he told me once the case was resolved he would not charge me to get my foid card back. However, a while after the case I reached out to him to see if he would process my reinstatement and he told me that I would have to pay him $3,500, well that right there was absurd to say the least I’m thinking. To make a Long story short I contacted the ISP and emailed them my papers from the court and in one week I received a new foid card in the mail. All Hal cares about is money and not the best interest for ALL his clients.

Thankful for Hal Garfinkel’s diligence in my loved one’s case.