Tod M Urban Law Offices - Oak Park, IL

Seasoned Criminal Defense and Survivor Advocacy in Oak Park

Facing criminal allegations or seeking accountability for past trauma requires an attorney who combines deep courtroom experience with relentless dedication. Established in 1992 in Oak Park, Illinois, the Law Offices of Tod M. Urban has defended individuals confronting severe state and federal charges for more than thirty-five years. Managing attorney Tod Michael Urban has tried over one thousand cases to verdict, securing acquittals in more than forty murder trials across Cook County and the greater Chicago area. Known for meticulous preparation, fearless cross-examination, and unwavering loyalty to his clients, attorney Urban brings high-caliber defense strategies to every case. Whether you need to hire a criminal defense lawyer to handle an emergency felony arrest or seek an experienced advocate for a sensitive personal grievance, the firm stands beside you at every stage of the legal process.

Vigorous Defense Against Violent Crime and Serious Felonies

When individual liberty and reputation are on the line, second-best representation is not an option. The firm focuses extensively on defending clients against complex, high-stakes accusations. Attorney Urban handles violent crime defense, homicide charges, weapons violations, armed robbery, aggravated battery, and vehicular offenses. His deep familiarity with the criminal courts at 26th and California and across the suburban municipal districts enables him to identify procedural errors, unlawful searches, and evidentiary weaknesses early in the proceedings. If you need a lawyer urgently following a detention or grand jury indictment, attorney Urban acts quickly to protect your constitutional rights, file aggressive suppression motions, and prepare a battle-tested defense for trial.

Compassionate Representation for Clergy Abuse Survivors

In addition to his distinguished career in criminal defense, attorney Tod M. Urban is deeply dedicated to representing survivors of clergy sexual abuse by members of the Catholic Church and other religious institutions. As a survivor himself, attorney Urban brings profound personal empathy and authentic understanding to every matter. He navigates the sensitive negotiations and arbitration mechanisms of the Archdiocese with fierce resolve, ensuring victims receive meaningful closure and fair financial recovery. The firm represents abuse survivors on a compassionate contingency-fee basis, championing transparency and holding institutional wrongdoers accountable while preserving the absolute privacy and dignity of those who step forward.

DUI Defense, Drug Offenses, and Traffic Litigation

Misdemeanor convictions and traffic offenses can trigger license revocation, severe fines, and lasting collateral consequences. Tod M Urban Law Offices provides strategic defense against drunk driving charges, including first-offense and felony DUI defense, drug crime defense involving possession and distribution, and serious traffic ticket violations. Attorney Urban challenges the validity of traffic stops, field sobriety tests, and breathalyzer maintenance records to achieve charge reductions, case dismissals, or driver license reinstatement. Individuals looking to find an attorney who treats every case with serious attention will find clear guidance and realistic options from start to finish.

Recognized Legal Excellence and Trial Pedagogy

Attorney Tod Urban has earned the respect of colleagues and judges alike throughout Illinois. A twenty-five-time recipient of the Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent rating, awarded to the top five percent of attorneys nationwide, he was also honored as an A and P Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorney in 2020. Beyond his courtroom practice, Mr. Urban has served as a longtime faculty instructor for the National Institute for Trial Advocacy Midwest Regional Program, training successive generations of trial lawyers in advanced litigation techniques. Potential clients are invited to contact the firm to schedule a free, strictly confidential legal consultation.