Practice Areas I Chicago I The Law Office of Stephen M. Gallgher

PRACTICE AREAS

Immigration

Family Based Immigration, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival (DACA), Citizenship/Naturalization, VAWA Petition, U Visa Application, Waivers, Removal Defense, Status Adjustment, Federal Litigation

The law of immigration is extremely complex, but I believe that at its core it deals with a very simple question - Where do you want your home to be? The simplicity of this question belies how personal and sensitive this area of law is – in the deepest sense it deals with how we choose to live our lives within the confines of U.S. law (a complex web of regulations and an increasingly politicized bureaucracy that supports it). These are some of the most personal and important questions that an individual and family can wrestle with. My office not only has the expertise, but the sensitivity and compassion to help you with your immigration needs. Please contact me today to discuss how I may be able to help you and your family.

Criminal

Defense

Traffic, DUI/DWI, Drug-Related Offenses, Possession, Resisting Arrest, Obstruction, Theft, Weapons Possession, Misdemeanor/Felony (State and Federal Charges), Expungement and Sealing of Criminal Records.

In my criminal practice, I represent every accused client with professionalism and dignity. Each client is an individual, worthy of respect, who deserves an advocate willing to fight for them. Some noteworthy statistics - The United States has just under 5 % of the world’s population. However, almost 25% of all prisoners in the world are found in America. From 1978 to 2014, the U.S. prison population rose over 408%. The majority of state prisoners are people of color. Against this backdrop, I work tirelessly to protect every client’s rights and ensure they are given the highest caliber defense possible.

Per Diem

Services

I provide per diem, coverage, and local counsel services to Chicago-area and out-of-state attorneys that are seeking high-quality, professional, and cost-efficient representation on a limited basis. I provide a diverse range of legal services to clients in various fields of practice, such as: Collection and Foreclosure Matters, Commercial Litigation, International Litigation, Construction and Product Liability Matters, Personal Injury and Tort Litigations, Criminal Matters, Bankruptcies, and Illinois State and Federal Litigation. I have over 10 years of providing litigation support and advisory assistance. My legal services focus on Court Appearances, Depositions, Language Translation Services (Spanish and Portuguese), Routine and Substantive Motions, Case Research, and Status Conferences, and more. Please contact me today to discuss rates, availability, and how I can partner with you on your case.

Per Diem, Coverage and Court Appearances, Local/Of Counsel Services, and Limited Representation