Atty. Jonathan Eli Lerner
Jonathan Eli Lerner is a lawyer practicing criminal, speeding & traffic ticket, dui & dwi and 1 other area of law. Jonathan received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1970, and has been licensed for 51 years.
Criminal & More Attorney · Serving Wilmette, IL · 51+ Years Experience
Profile Summary
About Jonathan Eli Lerner at a Glance
Jonathan Eli Lerner is a dui/dwi, criminal defense, and traffic attorney based in Wilmette, Illinois. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1975). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1975) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1970). Serves clients in Wilmette, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
Get Legal Help from Jonathan Eli Lerner in Wilmette
Sign up free and choose one of the two methods below.
Have a legal question? Sign up free, submit it through the Ask the Attorney module and receive a focused answer from a specialist.
- Free to ask a question
- Answers from specialist attorneys
- Optional private / anonymous question
Request an online video meeting or an in-person consultation at the attorney's office. Pick a time that works for you and share the details securely.
- Online video meeting
- In-person at the attorney's office
- Secure messaging and payment
About Jonathan Eli Lerner
- Jonathan Eli Lerner is a lawyer practicing criminal, speeding & traffic ticket, dui & dwi and 1 other area of law
- Jonathan received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1970, and has been licensed for 51 years
- Jonathan practices in Wilmette, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Jonathan Eli Lerner's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jonathan Eli Lerner handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Wilmette.
DUI / DWI Defense in Wilmette
Find experienced DUI and DWI defense attorneys near you. Compare verified profiles, read client reviews, and consult about your case for free.
Jonathan Eli Lerner is one of 29,739 dui/dwi attorneys indexed nationally. Browse dui/dwi attorneys in Illinois →
Criminal Defense in Wilmette
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Jonathan Eli Lerner is one of 212,605 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Illinois →
Traffic Violations in Wilmette
Jonathan Eli Lerner is one of 14,395 traffic attorneys indexed nationally. Browse traffic attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Wilmette
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 Wilmette 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.
Wilmette Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Wilmette-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.
Looking for additional Illinois attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Wilmette or all attorneys in Illinois.
Frequently Asked
Common Questions About Jonathan Eli Lerner
Where is Jonathan Eli Lerner's law office located?
What practice areas does Jonathan Eli Lerner handle?
How long has Jonathan Eli Lerner practiced law?
Where did Jonathan Eli Lerner go to law school?
How can I contact Jonathan Eli Lerner for a consultation?
Professional Profile
Why Clients in Wilmette Choose Jonathan Eli Lerner
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 Jonathan Eli Lerner's practice in the field of dui/dwi, criminal defense, and traffic.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Jonathan Eli Lerner brings 51+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering dui/dwi, criminal defense, and traffic, Jonathan Eli Lerner can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Wilmette
A Wilmette-based practice means Jonathan Eli Lerner attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Search Reference
How People Find Jonathan Eli Lerner Online
Prospective clients searching for legal help in Wilmette commonly use a combination of the attorney's name and their specific legal need. The following search terms frequently lead people to this profile and to attorneys like Jonathan Eli Lerner.
If any of the above matches what you searched for, you've found the right profile. Use the contact options at the top of this page to get in touch with Jonathan Eli Lerner directly.
Jonathan Eli Lerner's Practice Areas & Specializations
Education & Law School Background
Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions
Client Reviews & Ratings — Jonathan Eli Lerner
No reviews yet.