Cook County Post-Convictions Attorney

Filing Post-Conviction and Writ of Habeas Corpus Petitions

Chicago attorney Richard Dvorak provides exceptional legal counsel through all criminal proceedings, from the initial arrest through post-conviction matters, such as criminal appeals or post-conviction petitions. As an experienced Cook County post-convictions lawyer, and with a vast legal knowledge of criminal law and procedure at his arsenal, Mr. Dvorak will vigorously investigate the fairness of your original trial, take a fresh look at your case, and thoroughly investigate your criminal appeal or post-conviction petition. Although based in Chicago, Mr. Dvorak accepts criminal cases throughout Illinois, including Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake, Will, and Kankakee counties.

Contact attorney Dvorak in Chicago, Illinois, to schedule a consultation to discuss your rights. Call 312-593-7146.

"Guilty" Does Not Have To Be the Final Word

There are countless factors that can cause a criminal trial to go wrong. If you have been wrongfully convicted, it is important to understand that there are options — even if another attorney has indicated that your case lacks legal grounds for a criminal appeal.

Mr. Dvorak has extensive experience representing clients in all types of post-conviction matters and appellate matters, from direct criminal appeals to post-conviction petitions, habeas corpus petitions, or governors' pardons and commutations. His depth of knowledge and experience enables him to analyze a client's case and identify the most effective course of action, whether that entails a direct appeal or a post-conviction petition to be filed with the trial court.

Criminal Appeals vs. Post-Conviction Petitions

Appellate Courts can normally only hear evidence contained within the original trial record. Evidence that was not presented at trial cannot normally be considered in a criminal appeal. However, many people who cannot win their case on a direct criminal appeal may still be entitled to a new trial via the filing of a post-conviction petition. By filing a post-conviction petition, the attorney can bring up matters to the original trial court that were never brought forth at trial, such as newly discovered evidence, or evidence that was never argued at trial because of ineffective assistance of trial counsel. Hiring an attorney to sort through these complicated matters, and possibly representing you in both your direct appeal and post-conviction proceeding, may be the key to winning your case. You need an attorney who knows the law and can write your appeal with eloquence and persuasiveness. You also need an attorney who is intimately familiar with appellate law and procedure. Mr. Dvorak is the attorney you are looking for to take your appeal, or, if you are a family member of a loved one who is incarcerated, Mr. Dvorak will zealously advocate for his or her release.

• Did you receive a wrongful conviction prior to the utilization of DNA testing in criminal cases?
• Did your lawyer fail to properly investigate your case?
• Did your lawyer fail to request the suppression of evidence that was illegally obtained?
• Has newly discovered evidence proved your innocence?

Attorney Richard Dvorak meticulously reviews the trial manuscript for errors made by the court as well as errors made by your original counsel. Additionally, he conducts a thorough investigation to uncover evidence that was not brought out in your original trial. His comprehensive approach enables him to identify your options and prepare a comprehensive post-conviction petition or appeal, detailing your need for a new trial.

Contact Chicago Criminal Appeal and Post-Conviction Lawyer Richard Dvorak

If you feel you received an unfair outcome at trial resulting from ineffective legal counsel, newly discovered evidence, or other factors, discuss your options with an experienced criminal appeal and post-conviction petition attorney. Please call The Law Offices of Richard Dvorak at 312-593-7146 or contact his office online.