Atty. Darryl A. Goldberg

Atty. Darryl A. Goldberg

Darryl A. Goldberg is an aggressive criminal defense lawyer who represents those accused of the most serious criminal offenses in both federal and state courts.

Chicago Chicago 23 yrs experience 23 year
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Profile Summary

About Darryl A. Goldberg at a glance

Darryl A. Goldberg is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at The Law Offices of Darryl A. Goldberg. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, federal crimes, and white collar. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2003). Educated at Illinois Institute of Technology Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 2003) and University of Michigan (B.A. Honors, 2000). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Darryl A. Goldberg is an aggressive criminal defense lawyer who represents those accused of the most serious criminal offenses in both federal and state courts
  • Based in Chicago, he regularly travels to other state and federal district and appellate courts to represent his clients, often in high profile cases
  • In the course of his criminal defense practice, his clients have included professional athletes, celebrities, doctors, lawyers, accountants, and law enforcement officers
  • His relentless efforts as a trial lawyer have resulted in jury verdicts acquitting his clients of everything from first degree murder to large scale drug conspiracy charges
  • He chairs many committees for the American and Chicago Bar Associations, including the Criminal Law and Criminal Trial Evidence Committees
  • Published Works • What Do You Do When You Get A Call In The Middle Of The Night From A Family Member Or Friend Of A Potential Client Who Has Been Arrested?, American Bar Association, Litigation 101 series Honors and Awards • American Institute of Trial Lawyers, Litigator of the Year 2019 • Top 100 Trial Lawyers National Trial Lawyers • Super Lawyers • Top One Percent National Association of Distinguished Counsel • Client Satisfaction Award American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys • Top 40 Under 40 National Trial Lawyers • Top 10 Under 40 National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys • Rising Star Illinois Super Lawyers Past Employment Positions • City of Chicago Law Department, Former Assistant Corporation Counsel Professional Associations and Memberships • Chicago Bar Association CBA/YLS Criminal Law Committee Section, Co-chair • American Bar Association, Section of Litigation, Trial Evidence Committee, Criminal Evidence Subcommittee, Co-chair • American Bar Association/ YLD Criminal and Juvenile Justice Committee, Vice-chair

Practice Areas Explained

Darryl A. Goldberg's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Darryl A. Goldberg handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Federal Crimes

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White Collar Crimes

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chicago are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Darryl A. Goldberg

Where is Darryl A. Goldberg's law office located?
Darryl A. Goldberg's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is The Law Offices of Darryl A. Goldberg. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Darryl A. Goldberg handle?
Darryl A. Goldberg focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, federal crimes, white collar. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Darryl A. Goldberg practiced law?
Darryl A. Goldberg has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Darryl A. Goldberg go to law school?
Darryl A. Goldberg earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (B.A. Honors, 2000).
How can I contact Darryl A. Goldberg for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Illinois Institute of Technology Chicago-Kent College of Law
- 2003
B.A. Honors
University of Michigan
- 2000

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2003

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