Atty. David Todd Cherney
David Todd Cherney is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, criminal law, real estate law and 4 other areas of law. David received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1972, and has been licensed for 44 years.
Criminal Law & More Attorney · Serving Wheeling, IL · 44+ Years Experience
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About David Todd Cherney at a Glance
David Todd Cherney is a Member based in Wheeling, Illinois, practicing at Stein & Cherney, Ltd.. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, personal injury, criminal defense, real estate, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1982) and U.S. District Court, District of Illinois (1982). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1982) and University of Illinois (B.S., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Wheeling, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Todd Cherney
- David Todd Cherney is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, criminal law, real estate law and 4 other areas of law
- David received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1972, and has been licensed for 44 years
- David practices at Stein & Cherney, Ltd. in Wheeling, IL
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David Todd Cherney's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Todd Cherney handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Wheeling.
DUI / DWI Defense in Wheeling
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Personal Injury in Wheeling
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 in Wheeling
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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Real Estate Law in Wheeling
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Workers Compensation in Wheeling
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Wheeling
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 Wheeling 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 venue, 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.
Wheeling Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Wheeling-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Wheeling Choose David Todd Cherney
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish David Todd Cherney's practice in the field of dui/dwi, personal injury, criminal defense, real estate, and workers comp.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Todd Cherney brings 44+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois and U.S. District Court, District of Illinois, David Todd Cherney can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering dui/dwi, personal injury, and criminal defense, David Todd Cherney can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Wheeling
A Wheeling-based practice means David Todd Cherney attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues David Todd Cherney Handles in Wheeling
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