Sami Ziad Azhari
Azhari LLC • Rolling Meadows, IL
Criminal Defense Federal Crime White Collar Crime Expungement
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Contact
Email
sazhari@azharillc.com
Phone
(847) 807-1525
Website
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Address
Rolling Meadows, IL, 60008, US
Professional
About
**Sami Ziad Azhari | Criminal Defense Attorney in Rolling Meadows, IL** Sami Ziad Azhari is a dedicated criminal defense attorney at Azhari LLC, based in Rolling Meadows, Illinois. With extensive experience in both state and federal courts, he specializes in a wide array of practice areas, including DUI defense, drug possession and trafficking, assault and battery, weapons charges, and white-collar crime. His comprehensive understanding of the law and commitment to client advocacy make him a formidable ally for those facing criminal charges. Throughout his career, Mr. Azhari has successfully litigated numerous cases, gaining invaluable insight into the intricacies of the judicial process. He has participated in all facets of litigation, including taking and defending depositions from both lay and expert witnesses, conducting thorough fact and expert discovery, and crafting persuasive legal arguments in substantive motions. His first-chair jury trial experience showcases his expertise in jury selection, delivering impactful opening statements, and skillfully executing direct and cross-examinations. He has a proven track record of achieving favorable outcomes, whether through trial or negotiated settlements. Mr. Azhari regularly appears in Cook County courts, as well as in surrounding jurisdictions including DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry, and Will Counties. His analytical skills enable him to assess evidence critically, which has led to successful motions to suppress evidence, negotiations for lesser charges, and alternative sentencing arrangements. In addition to his private practice, he serves as a court-appointed bar attorney through the Northwest Suburban Bar Association, where he volunteers to represent indigent defendants in Statutory Summary Suspension hearings in Chicago. Sami Ziad Azhari earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, which complements his analytical approach to complex legal issues. His commitment to justice and client-focused strategies make him an exceptional choice for those in need of robust criminal defense representation.
About Criminal Defense Law
Criminal defense attorneys represent individuals accused of crimes, protecting their constitutional rights throughout the legal process. They work to achieve the best possible outcome through negotiation or trial. Common matters include dui/dwi, drug charges, assault, theft.
Credentials
Education
2007 Michigan State University College of Law JD - Juris Doctor 2004 Purdue University BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
Arabic | English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2023 Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers in America 2023 Listed, Super Lawyers 2018 Client's Choice, Avvo 2016 Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association 2016 Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association
Associations
2015 - Present Chicago Bar Association Member 2015 - Present NWSBA In Court Bar Program Attorney Member 2011 - Present Northwest Suburban Bar Association Member American Bar Association Member American Bar Association - White Collar Crime Committee Chair
Speaking
2014 Starting Points: DUI Defense Hot Air & Bodily Fluids: Breath, Blood, and Urine Testing 2014 Starting Points: DUI Defense Statutory Summary Suspension Hearings: Limited Grounds, but Unlimited Uses 2014 Practical Professionalism: Criminal Law Recognizing a "Bad" Client 2014 Practical Professionalism: Criminal Law How to Get and Keep Good Clients in a Competitive Market 2014 Northwest Suburban Bar Association Traffic Court: Do I Need a Lawyer?
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Updated: May 25, 2026