Lerner Law LLC - Champaign, IL
Lerner Law LLC is a trusted Champaign, Illinois legal practice founded in 1992 by Attorney Scott Lerner, providing direct and aggressive representation in criminal defense, DUI offenses, divorce, and family law. Offering free initial consultations, the firm delivers seasoned advocacy across Central Illinois courts.
Aggressive Criminal Defense and Family Law Representation in Champaign, IL
Facing criminal allegations or undergoing a turbulent domestic dispute can dramatically impact your freedom, family life, and financial future. Lerner Law LLC, conveniently located in Huntington Tower on West Springfield Avenue in Champaign, Illinois, delivers resolute and experienced courtroom representation for individuals throughout Central Illinois. Established in 1992 by Attorney Scott Lerner, the practice provides assertive, no-nonsense legal counsel backed by more than three decades of trial experience.
When criminal charges threaten your record or contentious divorce proceedings put your relationship with your children at risk, having an experienced litigator in your corner is vital. Attorney Scott Lerner understands the local courts in Champaign, Douglas, Ford, Piatt, and Vermilion Counties intimately. If you need to find an experienced criminal defense lawyer or consult an aggressive divorce attorney, Lerner Law LLC offers honest evaluations and straightforward advocacy to protect your rights.
Comprehensive Practice Areas in Criminal and Domestic Litigation
The Law Office of Scott Lerner focuses on high-stakes litigation where personal liberties and family relationships intersect:
- Criminal defense litigation: Defending clients against state felony charges, misdemeanors, theft allegations, assault, and violent crimes in Illinois circuit courts.
- DUI and DWI defense: Protecting driving privileges, contesting roadside sobriety tests, and challenging breathalyzer evidence in drunk driving and drug-related driving arrests.
- Drug crime defense: Handling unlawful possession, manufacturing, delivery, and trafficking charges involving controlled substances, prescription drugs, and narcotics.
- Divorce and marital dissolution: Navigating contested and uncontested divorces, complex asset division, allocation of marital debts, and maintenance awards.
- Child custody and parental responsibilities: Fighting for fair parenting plans, decision-making rights, and parenting time schedules that protect the welfare of your children.
- Child support enforcement and modification: Ensuring accurate support calculations under Illinois statutory guidelines and handling post-decree support modifications.
- Domestic violence and orders of protection: Swiftly securing emergency protective orders for victims or mounting aggressive defenses against improper restraining orders.
- Traffic ticket violations: Representing drivers facing license suspension, reckless driving charges, speeding citations, and commercial driver infractions.
Over Three Decades of Courtroom Tenacity and Proven Trial Skill
A graduate of the University of Illinois College of Law, Attorney Scott Lerner has spent over thirty years navigating the intricacies of the Illinois criminal justice and domestic relations systems. Recognized by the Illinois State Bar Association Senior Lawyers Section and the Champaign County Bar Association, he brings practical trial grit and deep statutory insight to every case. Beyond his legal practice, Scott Lerner is an accomplished author whose analytical background in psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison enhances his ability to cross-examine adverse witnesses, evaluate police reports, and negotiate effectively with prosecutors.
What Sets Lerner Law LLC Apart
Clients in Champaign County choose Scott Lerner for clear, practical advantages:
- Direct attorney representation: When you retain Lerner Law LLC, your case is handled personally by Attorney Scott Lerner, not delegated to inexperienced junior associates.
- Complimentary initial case evaluation: The firm offers free initial consultations, providing an upfront and transparent assessment of your legal position without financial pressure.
- Extensive countywide reach: In addition to Champaign County, the firm represents clients across Ford, Piatt, Douglas, Coles, and Vermilion Counties.
- Realistic, pragmatic legal strategy: Attorney Lerner provides candid counsel, focusing on practical outcomes, reduced charges, case dismissals, and favorable settlements.
Contact Lerner Law LLC in Champaign Today
Do not allow criminal charges or domestic legal conflicts to dictate your life. Take decisive action to safeguard your freedom and family. Contact Lerner Law LLC in Champaign today to schedule your free, confidential consultation with veteran trial attorney Scott Lerner.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the southern downtown area of Champaign, on the southwest corner of Springfield Avenue and Randolph Street.
Building Location
This is a 12-story professional mixed-use high-rise building known as Huntington Tower, constructed in 1972 and extensively remodeled. It is situated close to Firefighter's Park.
Parking Details
Clients and visitors can park in the attached four-level parking structure offering 150 spaces, or utilize adjacent street parking.
Public Transit
Served by MTD Route 9 Brown (Parkland College); nearest stop is at State & Springfield.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter through the main lobby or the connected parking garage. Use the passenger elevator to reach the second floor, and you will find the office located in Suite 205.