Michael D. Ettinger & Associates

Michael D. Ettinger & Associates A criminal defense law firm founded on respect, experience and determination. Michael D. Ettinger graduated John Marshall Law School in 1970 with honors.

While attending law school, he served as an intern in the United States’ Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Illinois. After law school he served in the Cook County States’ Attorney’s Office for 4 years. He then went into private practice concentrating in criminal defense and civil rights cases. He has tried cases in 11 different states and was inducted into the National Trial Lawyers i

n 2012 which is limited to the top 100 trial lawyers in the United States. Ettinger has defended clients in many high profile cases. He defended Robert Blagojevich in the Northern District of Illinois and after a hung jury, 9 to 3 for acquittal, the charges were dismissed. He was won numerous drug cases in Illinois and other states.

💊 Buying drugs online and shipping them into Illinois can trigger far more than a simple possession charge, it can lead ...
05/18/2026

💊 Buying drugs online and shipping them into Illinois can trigger far more than a simple possession charge, it can lead to unexpected federal charges.
This article breaks down why these cases escalate so quickly and the serious penalties people don’t see coming. https://bit.ly/4eOfJiO

⚠️ Credit card fraud charges move fast in ChicagoThis guide breaks down how these cases are actually defended. https...
04/20/2026

⚠️ Credit card fraud charges move fast in Chicago
This guide breaks down how these cases are actually defended.
https://bit.ly/42kGNOZ

🚓 A DUI is serious but a DUI with an accident changes everything in Illinois. This blog breaks down how injuries or prop...
04/03/2026

🚓 A DUI is serious but a DUI with an accident changes everything in Illinois. This blog breaks down how injuries or property damage raise the stakes fast and why having the right defense matters from day one. https://bit.ly/4uu3RIa

🚔 A second DUI in Illinois is not just a repeat mistake. It triggers tougher penalties, higher stakes, and far less room...
02/18/2026

🚔 A second DUI in Illinois is not just a repeat mistake. It triggers tougher penalties, higher stakes, and far less room for error. Know what the courts look at and how fast consequences can escalate. 👉 https://bit.ly/3ZK4U8G

🛑 Theft charges in Illinois move fast, and prosecutors build their case quickly. A strong defense starts with understand...
01/14/2026

🛑 Theft charges in Illinois move fast, and prosecutors build their case quickly. A strong defense starts with understanding your rights and the evidence the state must prove. https://bit.ly/4pzjgTC

🚨 Charged with possession with intent to deliver in Illinois The stakes are higher, the penalties tougher and the path f...
12/30/2025

🚨 Charged with possession with intent to deliver in Illinois
The stakes are higher, the penalties tougher and the path forward demands strategy. Understanding what prosecutors look for can make all the difference. https://bit.ly/4pkofb0

Michael D. Ettinger & Associates, P.C firm can help overcome the legal challenges related to a wide variety of criminal and civil matters. We have more than 70 years of combined legal experience that we put to work for all of our clients.

🚔 A regular DUI is bad. An aggravated DUI in Illinois? That’s next-level trouble. From felony charges to license revocat...
11/19/2025

🚔 A regular DUI is bad. An aggravated DUI in Illinois? That’s next-level trouble.
From felony charges to license revocation, here’s what’s at stake, and how to fight back:
https://bit.ly/4o0qn72

🚨⚖️ Facing federal drug trafficking charges in Illinois? The stakes are sky-high. Learn how defense strategies, constitu...
11/03/2025

🚨⚖️ Facing federal drug trafficking charges in Illinois? The stakes are sky-high. Learn how defense strategies, constitutional rights, and courtroom tactics can shape your future. https://bit.ly/47nh3Fi

Ever wondered if the police can search your car without a warrant in Illinois? 🚗🔍 Discover your rights and what you need...
09/30/2025

Ever wondered if the police can search your car without a warrant in Illinois? 🚗🔍 Discover your rights and what you need to know in our latest blog post! Click the link for more information https://bit.ly/4nxS9Zc

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12413 S. Harlem Avenue, #203
Palos Heights, IL
60463

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Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
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