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Top 10 Best Attorney Client Satisfaction - American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys 2024
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Best of Springfield 2023 Winner - Illinois Times
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2022 Readers' Choice - The State Journal-Register
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Lawyers of Distinction 2023
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NACDA Top Ten Ranking 2025
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Our offices are located at the corner of South Fifth Street and Vine, in the historic Mary Bryant Home for the Blind.

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1100 S 5th St

Springfield, IL 62703

Client Reviews

Scott Hanken saved my life. Prior to this id not been in a situation where I'd needed a lawyer. Throughout the entire process he made sure I was aware of what was going on with my case, what my options were, and was always prompt. He delivered in everything...

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If I could give Scott Hanken 6 stars I would, I called 2 weeks prior to my court date with multiple charges against me, He gave me a great price for his services and got my charges dropped. I would personally recommend him to anyone needing legal services.

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Mr. Hanken is the definition of a genuine person. My experience was nothing short of amazing. Scott made me comfortable and heard from the moment I walked into his office. He gave me back my reputation and dignity by receiving a not guilty verdict, but most...

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