Joseph M. Laraia
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Joseph M. Laraia
Biography
A trusted and highly experienced attorney, Joseph M. Laraia is a representative in the courts of DuPage, Kane, and Will Counties in Illinois. Mr. Laraia has been a trial attorney for more than 48 years and takes pride in serving clients in both criminal and civil cases. When Mr. Laraia first started our law firm back in 1966, attorneys had to be versatile enough to represent clients in all types of legal cases. Because of this experience, he has been successful in cases ranging from traffic violations to capital murder, as well as in family law and business litigation.
Experience Makes a DifferenceJoseph M. Laraia has practiced in the Illinois State Courts in DuPage, Cook, Kane, and Will Counties, as well as the Federal District Court in Chicago for over 48 years. He is one of the most recognized and honored attorneys in DuPage County, having been recognized by his peers on the local, state, and national levels. He has been successful in cases that include both criminal litigation and civil litigation that range from capital murder cases to civil, family law, and business and public issue litigation.
Prior to starting our firm in 1966, Mr. Laraia was a prosecutor with the DuPage County State's Attorney's Office and became chief of the felony division, which prosecuted everything from felony theft to capital murder. After leaving the State's Attorney's Office, Mr. Laraia has taken pride in defending individuals charged with criminal offenses and has represented individuals and corporations in a wide variety of civil litigation that ranges from divorce and family law matters to business and other litigation. His experience and background is extensive and varied.
Practice Areas
Criminal Law
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
DUI & DWI
Family Law
Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
Juvenile Law
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Divorce
Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights , Victims Rights
Fees
- Free Consultation - Call today for a FREE initial consultation 630-690-6800
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Professional Experience
Attorney Laraia & Laraia, P.C. - Attorneys at Law
Year: 1966 - Current
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Owner Laraia & Whitty Attorneys at Law
Year: 2019 - Current
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Professional Associations
DuPage County Inns of Court Member (Current)
DuPage County Bar Association Past President 1979-1980, "Man of the Year Award" 1979-1980, Past Chairman of the Criminal Law, Judiciary, Entertainment Court Facilities Committees (Current)
Illinois State Bar Association Academy of Illinois Lawyers Laureate Award, Past Member of the Criminal Law Committee (Current)
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Member (Current)
Illinois Association of Ctriminal Defense Lawyers Member (Current)
DuPage County Criinal Defense Lawyers Association Past President (Current)
Illinois Trial Lawyers Association Member (Current)
DuPage County Justinial Society of Lawyers Founding Member & Past President (Current)
DuPage County Bar Association Member (Current)
Education
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Northwestern University School of Law J.D. (1962)
Year: 1962
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DePauw University B.A. (1959)
Year: 1959
Websites
Laraia & Whitty Attorneys at Law
1761 South Naperville Rd., Suite 201, Wheaton, IL 60189