For the 10th time, Thomson Reuters named Mr. Glasgow one of Illinois’ Super Lawyers, placing him in the top 5% of the thousands of attorneys in the state. To even be considered for this honor, Super Lawyers must be peer-nominated. Then, a committee evaluates the applicants based on not only their courtroom records, but also on their mastery of their chosen areas of practice, their ability to communicate that knowledge to others through lectures and writings, client satisfaction levels, and pro bono legal activity. Attorney Stephanie Olsson has been named as a Super Lawyers Rising Star, a prestigious award given to outstanding attorneys under 40.
For over 20 years, Glasgow & Olsson has excelled in all these areas. Mr. Glasgow has tried innumerable criminal cases to verdict over the years, from complex felonies to simple traffic tickets, and he pours all his passion and skills into each case. His expertise and communication skills make him a sought-after writer and lecturer. Mr. Glasgow is also deeply invested in the Chicagoland community, as evidenced by his Pro Bono Service Award.
In the words of his clients, “Mr. Glasgow and his staff got right to work as soon as I reached out to them. From the beginning, Tom took charge and never looked back. He was direct and forward with his expectations from me as a client and took care of the rest. His commanding presence can be felt in every room he walks into and he uses his expertise to benefit every client he sees. I trust this law firm 100% with even the most personal of matters.” “Tom has been our lawyer for many years now for multiple reasons…and I want tell everyone out there that not only can this man do his job well he has exceeded all expectations. He not only takes care of your legal matters but he truly cares about his clients and their families. There are not enough words and thank yous in the world to say for what he has done for us.”
Our Areas of Practice
Many Chicago attorneys practice in large firms that have almost unlimited resources but may not value client communication very highly. Other lawyers prefer smaller firms that are more responsive to their clients, but these offices sometimes lack the resources and/or tenacity to handle tough cases. Glasgow & Olsson is that rare blend of both. We readily assist clients in matters like:
- Criminal Defense: The presumption of innocence is not just a high-minded saying. The presumption is so strong that often, a prosecutor simply cannot muster enough admissible evidence to overcome it. This understanding, along with insight into the complex criminal laws in Illinois, is the beginning of an effective defense in cases like assault, weapons possession, theft, and drug possession.
- DUI Defense: This same aggressive posture often pays dividends for people accused of drunk driving. Our comprehensive defense also includes representation at driver’s license suspension and reinstatement hearings.
- Family Law: Marriage dissolution cases often involve complex child custody and property division issues. Success in this area requires a thorough mastery of Illinois laws, attention to detail during case preparation, and a firm commitment to uphold the legal and financial rights of every client.
We are also committed to the Schaumburg business community because we are a small business, as well. Some of our services include corporate formation, employer/employee matters, and business litigation.
Some Glasgow & Olsson Cases of Note
It takes more than aggressive representation and zealous advocacy to win six prestigious Super Lawyer awards. This kind of success requires results.
Recently, in a highly publicized case, Mr. Glasgow successfully arranged for an incarcerated mother to be released on bond so she could receive proper treatment for ovarian cancer and other serious mental and physical conditions. Mr. Glasgow convinced a skeptical appeals court that the Illinois prison system could not provide the services she needed. His position was unpopular according to some, but being a good lawyer is not a popularity contest.
Mr. Glasgow also wins cases based on intellect. He recently pioneered the use of the memory distortion theory in Cook County criminal cases. Essentially, according to the expert witness partners in the case, some lineup testimony is inherently unreliable because of the way the human brain gathers, processes, and stores information.
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Your serious legal problem merits the best available representation. For a confidential consultation with an experienced criminal law attorney in Schaumburg, contact Glasgow & Olsson.