Stephanie Buck
Lead Attorney
- Languages
- English
- Bar Admissions
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- State Bar of Illinois
Stephanie Buck is a seasoned litigator with over 20 years of experience in both prosecution and defense. Prior to joining Driver Defense Team, she was a Partner at a boutique criminal defense firm, following an 18-year tenure as an Assistant State's Attorney in Cook County. This dual perspective gives her a strategic advantage—allowing her to anticipate the State's approach and craft effective, proactive defenses for her clients. Stephanie earned her Juris Doctor, cum laude, from the University of Minnesota Law School and holds a Bachelor of Arts from The Ohio State University.
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What clients say about Stephanie
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Mario
June 4, 2026“I am Very thankful to have been represented in court by my attorney Stephanie Buck. Her attention to detail, and commitment to achieving the best possible outcome gave me confidence during trial. I highly recommend her to anyone in need of outstanding legal representation! Thank You Stephanie Buck! and Driver Defense Team!”
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'nisha webster
April 21, 2026“It was a pleasure meeting and working with Ms.Buck. I’m so happy that my case was dismissed. The driver defense team was very helpful and punctual staying in contact with me. I really appreciate it!”
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Samarem Diaz-Negrete
April 11, 2026“Excellent experience. Maria, John and Stephanie all took very good care of my case and got it dismissed like it was nothing. Super helpful, patient and knowledgeable since the beggining. If you're wondering if they can help you, just call!”
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Jemelia Caldwell
March 26, 2026“Thank you attorney Stephanie Buck for assisting me with my case you were very informative and patient with helping me I really appreciate your time and service thank you to everyone at DDT you all are amazing”
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Juan Cana
March 24, 2026“Driver Defense Team is just that, a Team! Thanks to everyone there for taking care of my case. Thank you to Stephanie Buck who represented me in trial she was very confident and assuring as well as keeping me calm throughout the trial. Thanks again!”
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Andre Voice
December 13, 2025“Great job keeping me informed and prepared for my case. Special thanks to James and Stephanie I believe, and the whole team.”
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Isaiah Neeley
December 11, 2025“I had a good time with DDT , it was really only my lawyer Stephanie Buck. She went to bat for me. I had 5 charges and she got me cleared on everything and I left court with a seatbelt ticket. Versus a DUI and several other things. I’m not gon lie Stephanie actually cared about me, it kindve confused me at first. Overall these good people and I highly recommend to go with Stephanie buck if you go with ddt”
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Amish Parekh
November 25, 2025“Dear DDT, I wanted to take this opportunity to thank Mrs. Moore & Mrs. Buck for their excellent service. They kept me well informed throughout the entire process. Their understanding of statutes, proper procedures that should have taken place during the incident, and their overall legal prowess was simply exemplary. I also wanted to mention Angela, my case manager, who kept me up-to-date regarding my court dates and what to expect every step of the way. I would highly recommend their services to anyone in need of legal representation. Sincerely, -Amish P.”
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Robert Kozar
October 24, 2025“Outstanding in every way, from start to end. Couldn't have been more satisfied with a) the outcome of my case but also b) how genuinely empathetic everyone I encountered was. Shout out to office manager Esmeralda Reyes who was my first point of contact and assured me everything was going to be alright, correctly as it turned out. And a huge shout out to my attorney Stephanie Buck for making that happen in court with minimum fuss and hassle. As this was the first time in my life I needed legal representation I was understandably nervous, anxious and apprehensive about what could happen but in the end I chose a fantastic firm that I'd highly recommend in a heartbeat to anyone needing their services. Thank you very much, Driver Defense Team!”
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Derrick A
October 22, 2025“Im so appreciative for the way that Driver Defense Team handled my case. Every phone call was answered every text and every email. The entire team that I interacted with, was nothing short of amazing. My attorney Stephanie Buck broke the legal process down in layman's terms. I don't think I could have had a better team. I will always be grateful! Thanks to the entire team.”
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Leonardo Guardado
September 9, 2025“Awesome outcome I 100% reccomend them as they got me the best result, Couldn't do it without the Whole DDT team! Especially Stephanie Buck. she was with me in court and gave me the correct expectations and explanation.”
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Casillas
September 4, 2025“I'm super grateful with Stephanie Buck and her team they did a wonderful job and help me enter the fullness of the extent out there talent. I fully recommend that this team and there's an attorney”