Central Illinois Criminal Defense Lawyers

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At 217 Law, we help clients in Central Illinois who have been accused of crimes ranging from simple traffic-tickets to the most serious felonies.

Central Illinois Criminal Defense Attorneys

Criminal charges can disrupt every part of a person’s life — employment, family stability, and future opportunities.

At 217 Law, we represent individuals throughout Central Illinois who are facing misdemeanor and felony charges in local courts.

We approach criminal defense with careful preparation and straightforward communication. From the first appearance through resolution, our focus is on understanding the evidence, identifying potential defenses, and helping clients make informed decisions about how to move forward.

Criminal cases move quickly, and having clear guidance early in the process can make a meaningful difference in how a case unfolds.

Our attorneys regularly appear in courts across Central Illinois and are familiar with the procedures and expectations of the counties we serve.

Whether a case involves a traffic-related offense, a first-time arrest, or a more serious allegation, we work to protect our clients’ rights and advocate for fair outcomes within the legal system.

Types of cases we handle include, but are not limited to:

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    Courtney Anderson

    Courtney practices criminal defense, family law, and personal injury. Never shy of a difficult or high-profile case, she has won numerous awards for her advocacy.

  • Fallon Connor Headshot

    Fallon Conner

    Fallon practices criminal defense and family law. A former prosecutor, she enjoys being in the courtroom and has been successful in many bench and jury trials.

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    Zach Anderson

    Zach focuses on helping injured clients with workers compensation, personal injury, and products liability claims. He has recovered millions for his clients.

  • "Absolutely amazing job communicated very well and got the results I was looking for couldn’t have asked for better representation."

  • "Zach has helped me and my family when we went through issues with an employer. He was quick to act and very professional! I highly recommend this firm to anyone who is dealing with legal issues!"

  • "217 law was very professional and helped me with all my legal needs. I will definitely refer them to all my friends and family."

  • "217 Law LLC has always been very helpful and professional. Every legal aspect of my case was handled professionally."

  • "Reached out to the firm for some advice, and my experience was very positive. The team was professional, patient, and took the time to explain my options in a way that was easy to understand. "

  • "Top notch care and concern for my situation and the utmost and deliberately urgent actions taken to support my case. Thank you so much!!"

  • "I can’t say enough good things about this law firm. They were thorough, honest, and extremely professional."

  • "Courtney Anderson handled my case with incredible skill and compassion, keeping me informed every step. They got me the best outcome and will continue to fight for me!"

  • "Courtney is so amazing! She helped my family with a touch criminal case and was very efficient. She made sure to keep us in the loop at every step. She made a tough situation into an easy one."

  • "I would highly recommend Courtney Anderson and 217 Law LLC to anyone in need of an attorney or firm to represent them. Courtney has thorough knowledge of the law and defended my case with determination and ease."

  • "Outstanding experience with 217 Law! From the initial consultation to the final settlement, they were with me every step of the way."

  • "The team at 217 Law will be there every step of the way. They truly care about there clients and make the whole process much easier."

  • "My son had an injury where he had lost 3 fingers, we hired Zach to oversee the case and couldn’t have asked for a better attorney. He was very committed to my son and his case."

  • "Great service and great people doing great things! Give them a call for your legal battles! You'll be in great hands!"