Heart of Illinois Criminal Defense

Heart of Illinois Criminal Defense Since 1993, we've been helping the accused by listening, protecting, preparing and caring. We Help The Accused By Listening, Preparing, Protecting, And Caring.

The Law Offices of Maureen Williams has been zealously representing defendants in the Illinois area since 1993. Ms. Williams tirelessly works hard to secure the best possible outcome. She will gather the evidence, do a painstaking review of the evidence, and put together a winning strategy to obtain a tremendous result.

05/27/2026
04/27/2026
"I am extremely grateful for the support and guidance I received from this law firm during one of the most stressful per...
04/03/2026

"I am extremely grateful for the support and guidance I received from this law firm during one of the most stressful periods of my life. A very special thank you to Maureen, who was incredibly patient, understanding, and professional throughout my case. She took the time to explain every step clearly, answered all my questions without hesitation, and treated me with respect and kindness when I was very anxious about my.." says Bala on Google

★★★★★ I am extremely grateful for the support and guidance I received from this law firm during one of the most stressful periods of my life. A very special thank you to Maureen, who was incredibly patient, understanding, and professional throughout my case. She took the time to explain ev...

"After working with two other well-known attorneys on the same matter and experiencing months of inaction and frustratio...
03/06/2026

"After working with two other well-known attorneys on the same matter and experiencing months of inaction and frustration, my experience with Heart of Illinois Criminal Defense was was a completely different experience — in the best possible way.
From the first call, it was clear that this firm operates with a level of professionalism, responsiveness, and client respect that sets them apart. Greg and Dawn were.." says Steven on Google

★★★★★ After working with two other well-known attorneys on the same matter and experiencing months of inaction and frustration, my experience with Heart of Illinois Criminal Defense was was a completely different experience — in the best possible way. From the first call, it was clear th...

12/27/2025
11/24/2025

Good advice from a buddy from the DUI college, NCDD.

Needs to happen in Illinois, too.
08/22/2025

Needs to happen in Illinois, too.

🚨 Breaking from the 2025 Minnesota Criminal Justice Institute 🚨

Justice Hennesy just addressed an issue that affects every defense attorney in our state: access to court records.

Right now, private criminal defense lawyers do not have the same online access to court records that prosecutors enjoy. This creates a serious and unfair advantage for the State.

The Minnesota Supreme Court is now considering whether to fix this. They will be taking into account the input of private lawyers as they develop new rules for access.

⚖️ Here’s the bottom line:
Anything short of full and equal access to court records is unacceptable. Fair trials demand fair access. Period.

👉 What do you think? Should defense attorneys have the same online access to court records as prosecutors?

06/04/2025
05/05/2025

Another DUI related license suspension RESCINDED! (Can't happen if your lawyer doesn't file the petition.) Shout out to fellow National College DUI Defense colleague, ANDY SOTIROPOULIS, for valuable help in making this happen. We saved the client 12 months of blowing into a machine in the middle of a highway. Btw, just because a deputy tells you you will lose your license for one year for refusing - doesn't mean it will happen.

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416 Main Street #829
Peoria, IL
61602

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Saturday 8:30am - 12pm
Sunday 9am - 11am

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