Why Your Illinois Criminal Defense Attorney’s Experience Matters 

 Posted on May 29, 2025 in Uncategorized

In criminal law, there is no substitute for experience. When your freedom, your record, and your future are at stake, the skill of your defense attorney is not just a detail. It is the determining factor. Prosecutors in DuPage and Kendall Counties handle hundreds of cases every year, and law enforcement officers know how to build a case. You deserve a lawyer who knows how to take one apart.

With the skates so high, do not gamble on a lawyer learning the ropes at your expense. Choose a legal team with a track record of shaping the law, not just surviving it. At Ramsell & Kunowski, L.L.C., our Illinois criminal defense attorneys have the experience you need to mount an aggressive legal defense on your behalf. 

The Legacy of Ramsell & Kunowski, L.L.C.

Ramsell & Kunowski, L.L.C. stands apart. With over 70 years of combined legal experience and more than 20,000 criminal and DUI cases handled since 1986, this is a law firm that knows the Illinois criminal justice system inside and out. Our attorneys do not just practice in courtrooms; we have shaped legal precedent in them.

A Supreme Court Advocate in Your Corner

Donald J. Ramsell, one of the firm’s founding attorneys, is the only Illinois DUI defense lawyer to argue a DUI-related case before the United States Supreme Court. That distinction alone is unmatched. But Mr. Ramsell’s influence goes even deeper. Over the last three decades, he has uncovered errors in breath testing machines used across Illinois, challenged the reliability of field sobriety tests, and successfully argued for evidence suppression when state agencies failed to comply with constitutional and scientific standards.

Shaping the Law to Protect the Accused

The work of our firm has led to real, statewide reform. When internal errors in breathalyzer technology were discovered, it was our firm that brought the issue to light. When the Illinois Department of Public Health failed to ensure the integrity of breath testing programs, it was this firm that exposed it, forcing the program to be transferred to state police. These were not abstract legal victories. They were outcomes that protected thousands of people from wrongful convictions.

Built for High-Stakes Defense

The value of Ramsell & Kunowski, L.L.C. is not only in our record but in our readiness. Criminal charges often come suddenly. Whether you are facing a first-time DUI, a felony drug charge, or accusations of a violent offense, you need an advocate who can respond immediately, protect your rights, and navigate the complexities of pre-trial investigations and courtroom litigation. We offer a 24-hour answering service so you can reach us when you need us. 

Proven in Court and in the Public Eye

This firm is media-tested and courtroom-proven. Our cases have been featured on 20/20, The Oprah Winfrey Show, Fox News, CBS, ABC, and major print outlets including The New York Times and The Chicago Tribune. We have defended clients under the glare of public attention and the pressure of serious criminal allegations, and delivered results.

Comprehensive Criminal Defense Services

Ramsell & Kunowski, L.L.C. provides aggressive and experienced criminal defense representation in the following areas:

• Drug Crimes

• Violent Crimes

• Sex Crimes

• Weapons Charges

• Traffic Crimes

• Theft

• Juvenile Crimes

• Arson Crimes

• Probation Violations

• Expungement

Contact a Kendall County, IL Criminal Defense Attorney

If you are facing criminal charges, contact a DuPage County, IL criminal defense lawyer with Ramsell & Kunowski, L.L.C. today at 630-786-6062. The sooner you act, the more options you preserve and the more power you have to fight back.