Top Attorney – Terry Sullivan
Rolling Meadows, IL WW/Press/ –Terry Sullivan, Attorney with The Sullivan Firm, Ltd., was selected for inclusion into the Top Attorneys of North America – 2016-2017 edition.
Terry Sullivan, a former prosecutor turned criminal defense attorney who specializes in representing clients accused of felonies, misdemeanors, DUI/DWI, and traffic violations. Known for his assertive courtroom demeanor and excellent negotiation skills, Terry is highly respected in the legal community. His fellow attorneys admire his fairness and extensive legal expertise.
For the past two decades, Terry has been the go-to legal analyst for WGN-TV (Channel 9), where he provides insightful commentary on local, national, and international legal matters. From Supreme Court nominee debates to controversial issues like Proposition 8 and gay adoption, Terry covers it all. He also delves into the details of high-profile trials, including those of O.J. Simpson, Conrad Black, Saddam Hussein, former Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich, and Jason Van Dyke.
During his time as a prosecutor, Terry gained public recognition for his involvement in the case against John Wayne Gacy, one of the most notorious serial killers in U.S. history. In fact, Terry even wrote a book called “Killer Clown, The John Wayne Gacy Murders” about the chilling events leading up to Gacy’s conviction.
Terry earned his J.D. from Loyola University and is a member of several prestigious legal associations, including the American Bar Association, Illinois Bar Association, Chicago Bar Association, Northwest Suburban Bar Association, Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce, and the Old Town Triangle Association.
The Top Attorneys of North America, a New York based publication, distinguishes and profiles leading attorneys who demonstrate recognizable success and leadership in their field. The directory is valued for promoting an awareness of individual accomplishments and achievement within the North American legal community.