Advocacy for Individuals Facing Criminal Charges

Being charged with a criminal offense can be overwhelming, confusing, and deeply stressful. You may be unsure of your rights, what to expect going forward, or how the charge could impact your future. Clear legal counsel and steady advocacy is essential to ensure your rights are upheld.

The firm of Zanck, Coen, Wright & Saladin, PC, includes respected litigators with the local experience you need to mount the best defense against your charges. We provide personalized, respectful representation focused on protecting your rights, explaining your options, and guiding you through the criminal justice process with the least amount of stress and disruption to your life.

Misdemeanor and Felony Defense

Our approach is practical and direct. Whether you need representation for relatively minor traffic offenses, counsel through a DUI, or are facing more serious charges, you can trust ZCWS for your defense. We will explain what to expect, outline potential outcomes, and help you make informed decisions based on the facts of your case and your long-term goals. Our goal is to develop an individually tailored defense strategy that protects your rights at every step in the process.

Our criminal defense team handles matters involving:

  • DUI and traffic-related offenses
  • Retail theft
  • Property crimes
  • Assault, battery, and domestic-related offenses
  • White-collar and financial crimes
  • Probation violations
  • Expungement and record-sealing matters

Coordinated Legal Support When Criminal Matters Overlap with Other Issues

Criminal charges can affect other areas of your life, including employment, professional licensing, family law matters, and civil liability. Selecting a firm that can address these issues together can reduce your stress and minimize unintended consequences.

When appropriate, our criminal defense attorneys work closely with colleagues throughout the firm to provide coordinated legal guidance to ensure your defense strategy takes the broader impact of your case into account.

Respected Local Representation

ZCWS has decades of experience practicing in McHenry County courts and working within the local criminal justice system. We have developed a respected reputation with judges and prosecutors that allows us to navigate procedures efficiently while advocating firmly on your behalf.
You can rely on ZCWS to defend your case with discretion, diligence, and respect for what’s at stake.