Winfield Lawyers

Managing partner Dwight C. Adams was first licensed to practice law in 1968. After earning a B.A. in History from Hanover College, Mr. Adams went on to receive his J.D. after graduating summa cum laude from the prestigious Chicago Kent Law School. Since that time, he’s been defending the rights of countless Illinois clients in a variety of criminal and civil cases. Dwight C. Adams is one of a selected group of lawyers who has earned admission to the Federal Bar Association, which entitles him to practice in front of the U.S. Supreme Court. When other firms say that they’ll “fight...

Richard has been an attorney since 1972. He brings a wealth of experience to his work. His main areas of practice are Personal Injury, Workers' Compensation, Estate Planning and Real Estate. He and his staff have been recognized in the community for their professionalism and responsiveness. He has been listed as one of Expertise.com's "Best Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Elgin 2021". However, the highest honor he has received throughout his career is that his clients often refer their children to him. He has proudly served multiple generations of families in the Kane County area and beyond.

Mr. Gerstein concentrates his law practice in the areas of insurance law, workers' compensation, negligence, business disputes and criminal defense. He has over 40 years of trial experience in the above areas of law. He has represented people and companies involved in complex business disputes; people and companies whose insurance claims were denied; people injured on the job or otherwise; and people accused of crimes. He has tried hundreds of cases to either juries, judges or arbitrators. As a result of the complexity of the law today, Mr. Gerstein believes every client matter requires thorough thought, investigation, research...

Moises Barraza's passion for immigration law developed through personal experience and faith conviction. His parents are immigrants, so he knows firsthand the work necessary to become a part of America. He also understands Christ's special concern for immigrants (Mt 25:35). Moises is fully bilingual in English and Spanish, and, in addition to practicing immigration law, he enjoys spending time with his family, writing and recording music, traveling, and learning about other cultures.

La pasión de Moises Barraza por la ley de inmigración es una combinación de su experiencia personal y su convicción de fe. Sus padres son inmigrantes, y él...

As a dynamic and results-driven attorney, I have extensive experience in risk management, regulatory compliance, and employment law. As a strategic executive leader, I have successfully advised boards, C-suite executives, and business owners across various industries, guiding them through complex legal landscapes and helping them navigate employment issues, contract disputes, and litigation matters. A former litigator in high-stakes federal employment cases, I have a proven track record of securing successful outcomes in some of the most challenging and high-profile disputes, including claims involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and breach of contract. My litigation experience has honed my ability to develop...

John Larson, founder of Larson Law Group LLC, is a dedicated Chicago personal injury, medical malpractice, and business law attorney serving Cook, DuPage, and Lake Counties. With a client-first approach, John fights for accident victims and businesses, delivering justice with empathy and skill. His firm handles car accidents, slip-and-falls, wrongful death, and contract disputes in neighborhoods like Lincoln Park, the Loop, Naperville, and Waukegan. A Midwest native, John’s ties to Chicago and its suburbs drive his commitment to the region. After earning his law degree, he founded Larson Law Group LLC to offer accessible legal services. His entrepreneurial mindset and legal...

George is an Illinois-based attorney whose practice is informed by a strong foundation in corporate, securities, and commercial law. With a background that spans in-house legal departments, private firms, and the judiciary, he has supported legal teams in drafting and negotiating a wide array of corporate and commercial agreements — while advising on corporate compliance, employment law, intellectual property, and M&A transactions. George has advised on risk and exposure associated with high-value vendor and customer agreements and has contributed directly to leadership-level decision-making. Rejoining the private practice of law, George has expanded his business practice to include real estate and...

Civil and Criminal Federal and State Income representation. 32 years’ experience as an Attorney, former United States Attorney Small Business Administration, 26 years’ experience as a former Revenue Officer Collection Division, Revenue Agent in the Examination Division, and retired Special Agent in the Criminal Division of the Internal Revenue Service Los Angeles and Chicago. I represented over 100 individuals and businesses for tax controversy issues before the Internal Revenue Service and 43 State tax agencies. Individual and Business Litigation 32 years of experience in Civil Litigation in State and Federal Courts representing individuals and businesses. 32 years of experience in Civil Litigation State and...

The law office of Jay L. Dahl concentrate in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 consumer and small business bankruptcy matters. We also concentrate in representation of clients with IRS and state tax problems such as tax levies, liens and seizures. We provide full service for real estate matters including advice to buyers and sellers and issuance of title insurance. I have been in private practice for 32 years in the Fox Valley area of Illinois. I am a current member of the Kane County Bar Association and the American Bankruptcy Institute. Office hours are by appointment only. Call...

Jason Taken is a Navy Veteran turned Estate Planning and Probate attorney. Jason serves Cook County and the broader Northern Illinois areas.