Blaine & Vanzant, LLP is a boutique litigation firm specializing in federal criminal defense, civil rights, and appeals, serving clients in the greater Chicago area. What sets them apart is their core mission of indigent criminal defense, providing elite legal representation to those unable to afford traditional law firms, with services offered on a sliding scale for those not eligible for appointed counsel.
The firm’s approach is rooted in both private practice and public service, offering comprehensive defense from the start of an investigation through trial, sentencing, and post-conviction proceedings. With experience defending a wide spectrum of federal charges—from drug and firearm possession to complex racketeering, fraud, and computer crimes—their team is dedicated to delivering top-tier advocacy for individuals facing serious federal allegations.
Services Offered
- Legal services
- Criminal justice attorney
- Federal criminal defense
- Civil rights
- Appeals
- Sentencing mitigation
- Post-conviction proceedings
- Defense for drug crimes
- Defense for firearm possession
- Defense for racketeering conspiracies
- Defense for computer crimes
- Defense for fraud cases
- Defense for terrorism charges
- Indigent criminal defense
Licensed in Illinois, Colorado, and California, the firm primarily serves clients in the Chicago metropolitan area and focuses on individuals requiring robust defense in federal court, particularly those from underserved backgrounds.
