Criminal Law

• Criminal Defense
  Federal criminal cases are often sophisticated crimes that involve a long government investigation. For example, state law enforcement officers will often initiate an arrest after a single drug purchase, and state prosecutors will approve charges after a single drug purchase. While federal law enforcement agencies, such as the DEA or Health and Human Services will usually conduct a more extensive investigation. Because federal criminal, and federal civil, investigations often span many years and result in thousands of pages of documents, you need a federal criminal defense attorney who will take the time and energy to thoroughly review the criminal discovery provided and develop that most confident, aggressive, and yet realistic defense possible. Federal criminal cases will often have electronic surveillance, ranging from recorded telephone conversations to undercover video and audio records. When hiring a federal criminal defense attorney make sure that your attorney will spend the time necessary to review all of the evidence presented by the federal prosecutors.
• DUI/DWI
  People v. GM (Cook County) — Defendant was charged with DUI. On the day this matter was set for trial, the state dismissed the DUI charge.
• Traffic Violations
  People v. JW (Cook County) — Defendant was charged with possession of a controlled substance. Defendant was arrested after her vehicle was stopped by police, who alleged that she committed a traffic violation. Mr. Rosenblat filed a Motion to Quash Arrest and Suppress Evidence. The court found that the officer did not have reasonable grounds to stop Defendant and quashed the arrest and suppressed the evidence. The State subsequently dismissed the matter.
• Sex Crimes
  The number of online sex crime cases prosecuted in Illinois increases every year. Law enforcement and prosecutors pursue these cases aggressively, seeking convictions and long prison sentences. Even if you are innocent, your reputation can be damaged beyond repair simply because of the allegations.
• Fraud
  I was facing an 8 point count for healthcare fraud. At first glance, my situation appeared hopeless. I was potentially facing 71 months in jail. I had tried 3 other high level lawyers and they all agreed that my situation was bad. It was then that Mr. Rosenblat was recommended to me. Mr. Rosenblat accepted my case without bias. He was professional, ethical, attentive to details, and treated me without prejudice. He involved my family and I, in every step of the way. He totally and completely deconstructed the government prosecutor's case. Mr. Rosenblat is an amazing lawyer and deserving of all his reputation. DO NOT try any other lawyer before talking to Michael Rosenblat first and you would be glad you did. Thank you Michael. My family is eternally grateful.
• Robbery
  People v. TW (Cook County) — Defendant was charged with attempted robbery. Mr. Rosenblat was able to reduce the charge to a misdemeanor battery.
• Burglary
  People v. HS (Lake County) — A warrant was issued for Defendant’s arrest, alleging he committed a residential burglary, after the state determined that his DNA matched DNA found in a home that was burglarized. Mr. Rosenblat organized the surrender of the Defendant and obtained a reasonable bond. Mr. Rosenblat filed motions to dismiss the indictment, for additional discovery, two motions to preclude DNA evidence, and a motion to quash a subpoena for Defendant’s DNA. The charge of residential burglary, a non-probationable Class 1 felony, was reduced by the State to misdemeanor criminal trespass. Defendant was sentenced to probation.
• White Collar Crimes
  Practice Areas: Healthcare Investigations and Audit Defense; Qui Tam Litigation; False Claims Act; Criminal Law; White Collar Crime; and Military Justice.
• Theft
• Misdemeanors
  People v. DD (Cook County) — Defendant was charged with unlawful use of a weapon (UUW) by a felon and possession of cannabis after a traffic stop. While on bond defendant was charged with possession of cannabis with intent to distribute. The court granted defendant’s motion to quash arrest and suppress evidence and the state dismissed all charges relating to the UUW and possession of cannabis case. The second felony case was reduced to a Class B misdemeanor.
• Embezzlement
  Theft cases can range from multimillion-dollar schemes to shoplifting, known as retail theft. While your average shoplifting case is usually not legally or factually complicated, Ponzi scheme and business-related embezzlement cases can produce thousands of pages of documents and reports as well as complex factual and legal issues. Many of these cases also require a thorough and detailed analysis of the communications between the complainant and the defendant to uncover weaknesses in the government’s allegations that the defendant knowing intended to obtain unauthorized control of the funds or property in question. Defenses often assert that the funds obtained by the defendant were done so either with authorization or without a knowing intent to defraud.
• Drug Crimes
  Drug crimes are some of the most frequently and aggressively prosecuted offenses in Illinois. It is not uncommon for a person to be sentenced more harshly for a drug crime than for a violent crime. When accused of a drug-related crime in Chicago or anywhere in Illinois, you need the help of a skilled criminal defense lawyer to protect your rights.
• Assault
• Murder
  People v. TS (Cook County) — Defendant was charged with first-degree murder. Mr. Rosenblat was retained by Defendant’s family to represent Defendant. Defendant was extradited from Utah. Mr. Rosenblat contacted the officials holding the Defendant in Utah, the local police department, and the Cook County State’s Attorney assigned to this case. At Defendant’s bond hearing, the State dismissed all charges, including the first-degree murder charge, against the Defendant.
• Identity Theft
• Arson
• Shoplifting
  Theft crimes generally have sentencing ranges based upon the value of the funds or property allegedly stolen. These cases tend to have complex factual and legal issues and require a thorough and detailed review to properly analyze and determine the best defense strategy. Since each case has unique factual and legal issues, each case and client is treated as an individual and defense strategies are evaluated and discussed with the client before decided on the most effective defense whether that be a total denial of the allegations or a defense focused on the alleged loss amount. Complex financial crimes can generate thousands of pages of financial records, email communications, and notes and ledgers. While shoplifting cases typically generate a police report consisting of several pages and an in-store DVD.
• Forgery
  People v. DH (Cook County) — Defendant was charged with theft and forgery, Class 3 and 4 felonies. Mr. Rosenblat convinced the State, at the preliminary hearing, to reduce the charges to one count of misdemeanor theft and the Defendant was sentenced to 30 days community service and supervision.
• Internet Crimes
  If you are accused of an online sex crime, it is imperative to work with a defense lawyer who understands how the Internet and the law intersect. That is the kind of attorney you will find at Michael C. Rosenblat. Led by Chicago-area Internet sex crimes lawyer Michael C. Rosenblat, our firm is dedicated to protecting your freedom and your good name. We understand how prosecutors approach these cases, and we counter with our extensive knowledge of computers, file storage and the law. Strong Defense Against all Illinois Internet Sex Crimes
• Prostitution
• Hit and Run