Sladjana Vuckovic, Criminal Defense Attorney in Chicago, Illinois

Sladjana concentrates on criminal defense, dui/dwi, litigation, personal injury, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sladjana handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Criminal Defense

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• DUI/DWI

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• Litigation

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• Personal Injury

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• Real Estate

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Sladjana's primary office is at 55 W. Wacker Dr., 9th Flr., Chicago, IL, 60601. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Sladjana usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Sladjana discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Sladjana for a criminal defense case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sladjana walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Sladjana offer a free consultation?

  Sladjana charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sladjana's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Sladjana's current terms during booking.

• How long do criminal defense cases in Illinois typically take?

  Simple criminal defense matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Sladjana gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Sladjana take my case if I'm outside Chicago?

  Sladjana is licensed in Illinois. Matters governed by Illinois law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Sladjana will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

• What should I bring to my first meeting with Sladjana?

  Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Sladjana will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Sladjana accepting new criminal defense clients right now?

  Sladjana's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.