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W. Scott Hanken

4.9
187 reviews

1300 S. Eighth Street, Springfield, IL 62703-2519

Civil Litigation, Criminal Law, Personal Injury Law and 5 more

About W. Scott Hanken

My mission is to provide each and every client with the highest quality representation possible in order to obtain the best result achievable in every case. I am further dedicated to vigorously and...

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Criminal Law
Posted by Christian
October 31, 2024
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I just had my first meeting with Scott he was extremely upfront and organized with everything there was to explain and left actually feeling like I’ll be able to sleep tonight without stressing about going to prison

Response from W.
October 31, 2024
Alleviating your anxiety about the threat of prison after our very first consultation is exactly why I provide an upfront, highly organized legal strategy from day one. Since 1989, my primary focus at W. Scott Hanken, Attorney at Law, has been to leverage my insight as a former Assistant State’s Attorney to deliver uncompromising criminal defense. Facing serious criminal charges within the Sangamon County court system is undeniably stressful, but you can rest assured that I will aggressively protect your freedom and future right here in Springfield, Illinois. I deeply appreciate the trust you have placed in my legal experience to confidently guide you through this critical process.
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Areas of Law

  • Litigation 1
    • Civil Litigation
  • Criminal Law
  • Personal Injury
  • Other 5
    • Personal Injury Law
    • Workers' Compensation
    • Driving While Intoxicated
    • Criminal Defense
    • Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Practice Details

  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Free initial consultation
    Fixed hourly rates
    Fixed fees available
    Accepted Credit Cards
    MasterCard
    Visa
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Member
    Firm Name
    Rabin & Myers, P.C.
  • Additional Links
    https://www.hankenlaw.com

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1989, Illinois
    1990, U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
    U.S. Court of Appeals, 7th Circuit
    Memberships
    Sangamon County Bar Association (President, 2004, President, Young Lawyers Division, 1991-1992
    Vice-President, 1990-1991
    Director, 1992-1993
    Member, Board of Directors, 1991-2007)
    Capital Litigation Trial Bar
    Chicago, Illinois State and American Bar Associations
    Illinois Trial Lawyers Association
    The Association of Trial Lawyers of America
    Sangamon County Criminal Defense Bar (President, 1993—)
    Illinois Attorneys for Criminal Justice
    The Lincoln Douglas American Inn of Court.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Creighton University
    Class of 1989
    J.D.
    Other Education
    Marquette University
    Class of 1985
    B.A.
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1963
    Springfield, Illinois, August 19, 1963

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