Evan Stanley Bruno

Evan Bruno is dedicated to empowering individuals facing criminal charges through strategic advocacy and robust counseling. As Managing Partner of Bruno Law Offices, he draws on his formative experience in the Illinois Fourth District Appellate Court and his clerkship with Justice Robert J. Steigmann to craft solutions that navigate complex appellate and trial processes with precision and tenacity.A lifelong Illinois resident, Evan stays at the forefront of legal developments, combining his passion for teaching—having served as an adjunct professor at the University of Illinois College of Law and an instructor of criminal law at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute—with his role as a columnist for the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin and a frequent contributor to Illinois Bar Association publications.

He has taught courses to attorneys and judges on topics ranging from the Fourth Amendment to strategies for effective appellate advocacy. His commitment to community and continuous learning ensures that every client benefits from both cutting-edge strategy and compassionate counsel.

Awards: - Outstanding Pro Bono Attorney of the Year, Land of Lincoln Legal Assistance (2013)

- First Place Champion, Sherman Minton Moot Court Competition (2011)