Atty. Jerome E. McDonald

Atty. Jerome E. McDonald

Jerome E. McDonald is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, personal injury, general civil practice.

Mount Vernon Mount Vernon 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Jerome E. McDonald at a glance

Jerome E. McDonald is a Partner based in Mount Vernon, Illinois, practicing at Black, Ballard, McDonald, P.C.. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on personal injury, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois U.S. District Court, Central District of (1980). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1980) and Drake University (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Mount Vernon, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Jerome E. McDonald is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, personal injury, general civil practice
  • Jerome E. received a B.A. degree from Drake University in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Jerome E. practices at Black, Ballard, McDonald, P.C. in Mount Vernon, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Jerome E. McDonald's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jerome E. McDonald handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Jerome E. McDonald is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Jerome E. McDonald is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Jerome E. McDonald is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Illinois →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Mount Vernon are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jerome E. McDonald

Where is Jerome E. McDonald's law office located?
Jerome E. McDonald's law practice is located in Mount Vernon, Illinois. The firm is Black, Ballard, McDonald, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jerome E. McDonald handle?
Jerome E. McDonald focuses on personal injury, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Jerome E. McDonald practiced law?
Jerome E. McDonald has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Jerome E. McDonald go to law school?
Jerome E. McDonald earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Jerome E. McDonald for a consultation?
You can contact Jerome E. McDonald directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Jerome E. McDonald received?
Jerome E. McDonald's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Illinois
- 1980
B.A.
Drake University
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois U.S. District Court, Central District of
Admitted: 1980

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