LAKE COUNTY PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE - Public Defender's Office

Address

15 South County Street
Waukegan, IL 60085

(847) 377-3360

www.lakecountyil.gov/2065/Public-Defender

Service Hours
Monday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Description:

Provides legal representation to persons who cannot afford to hire an attorney. Public defenders are appointed by the court and cover various cases. Cases include:

- Criminal
- Juvenile
- Mental health
- Abuse/neglect
- Dependency cases

Eligibility:

Must be persons referred from within the court system

Languages:

Spanish

Program Fees:

Fees vary
Sliding scale based on income

Intake Process:

Call for an appointment

Documents Required
- None

Contacts

Joy Grossman

Primary Contact

Public Defender

Primary Contact Information

(847) 377-3360

jgossman@lakecountyil.gov

Phone Numbers

Primary Agency Phone

(847) 377-3360

Address Listings

Physical (Primary)

15 South County Street
Waukegan, IL 60085

Mailing

15 South County Street
Waukegan, IL 60085

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Wishlist:

None

Volunteer Opportunities:

None

Legal Status:

City/County(Parish)

Date of Official Change:

October 10, 2023

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