Edward Oedzes – Of Counsel

O’Dekirk, Allred & Rhodes, LLC – Joliet, Illinois

Ed Oedzes, based on his obvious drive for successful results, is largely recognized by the legal community for his ability to tackle any task posited against him.

Born and raised in the South Side of Chicago, Illinois, Edward Oedzes was brought-up to cherish strong morals and values. With a work ethic that can best be described as one of devotion and persistence, Ed does what it takes to get the job done and to get it done correctly.

Ed began his academic career in attending Benet Academy in Lisle, Illinois, where he was a permanent fixture on the Honor Roll in an atmosphere of disciplined education. In thereafter taking his education to the next level, Ed soon enrolled at Villanova University, where he earned his undergraduate degree in Business Management and exercised his athletic talents as a member of the Villanova Rugby Team.

After college, Ed proceeded to earn his J.D. from the Thomas M. Cooley Law School. During his enrollment, Ed took a strong liking to criminal law and pursued this interest by interning with the Will County State’s Attorney’s Office.

Before joining O’Dekirk, Allred & Rhodes, LLC, Ed worked in private practice as an in-house attorney for a meat packing corporation. In this position, Ed often argued issues of federal law in the presence of high-ranking Agency Administrators in Washington, D.C. In the course of presenting these arguments, Ed’s passion for law and his drive for successful results became very much apparent.

Ed’s tactful traits and experience resulted in his hiring with the firm in January 2015. His role has proven to be particularly beneficial, as Ed is willing to step into virtually any legal situation and utilize his skills to their fullest. Ed’s areas of practice have extended into matters involving divorce, custody, maintenance, child support, visitation, criminal felonies, DUI, Secretary of State hearings, and other traffic-related offenses. Especially noteworthy is Ed’s knack for obtaining positive outcomes in cases seeking Orders of Protection and No Contact Orders.

In sum, Ed’s aggressive representation paired with his commitment to fully understanding each and every case he undertakes makes him an exceptional attorney.