John R. Kopp is a distinguished legal professional, having earned his
law degree in 2008 from the esteemed John Marshall Law School in
Chicago, Illinois. His academic journey began at Marquette University
in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, where he attained a degree in
communications. Mr. Kopp's roots trace back to Aurora, Illinois, and
his formative years were enriched by his education at Marmion
Academy.
During his tenure at the Cook County State's
Attorney Office, Mr. Kopp meticulously assessed the strengths and
weaknesses of each case he prosecuted. When confronted with
vulnerabilities, he adopted the perspective of a defense attorney,
equipping himself to artfully present the prosecution's case.
A
significant portion of his professional experience involved preparing
police officers for their testimonies during trials. Through this
process, spanning hundreds of trials, Mr. Kopp acquired a profound
understanding of police investigations, warrant executions, and
arrest procedures. Armed with this knowledge, he is well-prepared to
scrutinize and challenge any deficiencies or errors made by law
enforcement in their case against you.
Mr. Kopp stands as
a seasoned litigator, steadfast in his commitment to safeguarding
your rights.
Honors:
National Trial Lawyers –
Recognized among the Top 40 under 40 for Criminal Defense Law.
National Trial
Lawyers – Recognized among the Top 100 Attorneys in Criminal
Defense Law.
The American Society of Legal Advocates –
Distinguished as one of the Top 40 under 40 for Criminal Defense Law,
a distinction awarded to less than 1.5% of lawyers
nationwide.
American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys –
Acknowledged as one of the 10 Best Attorneys in Illinois.
American
Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys – Recognized among the 10 Best
Attorneys in Illinois.
National Academy of Criminal Defense
Attorneys – Honored as one of the Top 10 under 40 in the field
Rising Star –
Recognized among the top 2.5% of attorneys in Illinois under 40.
Super Lawyer —
Recognized among the top 5% of attorneys in Illinois 40 and over.