312-663-4644

Cheronis & Parente LLC

Christopher V. Parente

Contact Me

icon

Phone

(312) 663-4644
icon

FAX

(312) 277-1920
Schedule Consultation

Christopher Parente is an experienced trial lawyer. Chris has significant trial experience having worked both as a federal prosecutor and as a defense attorney at a leading Am Law 100 firm. During this time, Chris has tried 30 federal jury trials, winning all of them, and has argued twelve times in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit. His practice focuses on white collar criminal defense, federal criminal defense, and internal investigations.

Prior to being a Founding Member of Cheronis & Parente LLC, Chris served as an Assistant U.S. Attorney in both Chicago and Miami where he prosecuted a wide range of cases, including white collar crimes, theft of trade secrets, public corruption, healthcare fraud, tax fraud, cybercrimes, human trafficking, violent crimes, and firearms offenses. Most recently, Chris served as a Deputy Chief AUSA, overseeing violent crime prosecutions, and also served as the leader of the Chicago Office’s human trafficking and crimes against children programs.

Prior to becoming an AUSA, Chris practiced in the complex and commercial litigation group at Jenner & Block LLP where he worked on major, high-stakes litigation matters involving Fortune 250 companies.

Chris graduated cum laude from the University of Notre Dame Law School where he served as an editor for the Notre Dame Law Review.

Chris has received numerous awards for his government service, including awards from the FBI, IRS, DEA, and ATF.

Current Employment Position

  • Partner

Practice Areas

  • White collar and government investigations 100%

Education

  • Notre Dame Law School, South Bend, Indiana
    • J.D.
    • Honors: cum laude
    • Law Review
  • University of Scranton, Scranton, Pennsylvania
    • B.A. – 2001
    • Major: History

Bar Admissions

  • Illinois, 2004
  • U.S. District Court Northern District of Illinois

Pro-Bono Activities

  • Partnership to Educate and Advance Kids (PEAK), Board of Directors, 2019 to Present

Professional Associations

  • Chicago Inn of Court, Member, 2007 to Present

Contact Us Online Today!

Schedule Consultation Call Us 312-663-4644

Client Testimonials

Real Cases — Real People — Real Results

See All Reviews

Easy to work with – and hard to work against. A veteran of many high profile federal and state cases, clients are often surprised by how approachable they find Damon. But having seen him at trial dozens of times over the years, I can attest to his powerful motions practice, ability to conduct relentless cross-examinations, and give moving openings/closings. With personal and professional qualities that make him easy to work with – and hard to work against – anyone in need of a criminal defense attorney would be in great hands with Damon Cheronis.

Andy B. Chicago, IL

A lawyer who truly cares and listens to his clients. Damon, is a lawyer who truly cares and listens to his clients. He was totally prepared for the case so he was never surprised by the prosecutions evidence or arguments. He and was able to put the prosecutors in a defensive mode. He was by far the best attorney in the court room. I would highly recommend him to everyone.

John D. Chicago, IL

More than just and attorney! Very professional, always pays attention to detail and hungry to fight for his clients. The price I paid does come close to how hard he works. More than just and attorney! I definitely would recommend Damon to anyone I knew who needed a good attorney.

Ashley C. Chicago, IL