Law Offices of Joanie Rae Wimmer is a distinguished legal practice specializing in plaintiff’s civil rights, employment law, and criminal defense. Led by accomplished attorney Joanie Rae Wimmer, Esq., the firm is dedicated to representing individuals who have been harmed by employers, government entities, or public officials such as police officers. With a notable victory argued and won before the U.S. Supreme Court, the firm stands out for its commitment to justice and its record of groundbreaking litigation.
With more than thirty years of experience, the firm employs a meticulous approach centered on detailed investigation, comprehensive evidence gathering, and compelling courtroom advocacy aimed at upholding the dignity of its clients. Joanie Rae Wimmer has been recognized as a Super Lawyer in both civil rights and constitutional law and is named among the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in criminal defense. The practice is particularly skilled in handling complex cases involving discrimination, constitutional violations, and wrongful actions by authorities.
Services Offered
- Plaintiff’s Civil Rights Litigation
- Employment Law
- Criminal Defense
- Constitutional Law Cases
- Class Action and Equal Protection Litigation
- Transgender Discrimination Cases
- Jury Trial Representation
- Government and Police Misconduct Claims
Serving clients in Illinois and handling federal cases, the firm is based in Oak Park and leverages deep appellate experience, including prior roles with the Illinois Appellate Court and the Illinois Office of the State Appellate Defender.
