Atty. Bruce Jay Van Heukelem

Atty. Bruce Jay Van Heukelem

Bruce Jay Van Heukelem is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, appeals, personal injury. Bruce received a B.A. degree from Calvin College in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years.

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Profile Summary

About Bruce Jay Van Heukelem at a glance

Bruce Jay Van Heukelem is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Hoogendoorn & Talbot. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on personal injury, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1979), Michigan (1980), and Illinois (1982). Educated at Valparaiso University (J.D., 1979) and Calvin College (B.A., 1975). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Bruce Jay Van Heukelem is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, appeals, personal injury
  • Bruce received a B.A. degree from Calvin College in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Bruce practices at Hoogendoorn & Talbot in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Bruce Jay Van Heukelem's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bruce Jay Van Heukelem 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.

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Civil Litigation

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

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 Chicago 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 Bruce Jay Van Heukelem

Where is Bruce Jay Van Heukelem's law office located?
Bruce Jay Van Heukelem's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Hoogendoorn & Talbot. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bruce Jay Van Heukelem handle?
Bruce Jay Van Heukelem focuses on personal injury, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Bruce Jay Van Heukelem practiced law?
Bruce Jay Van Heukelem has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Bruce Jay Van Heukelem go to law school?
Bruce Jay Van Heukelem earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Bruce Jay Van Heukelem for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Valparaiso University
- 1979
B.A.
Calvin College
- 1975

Bar Admissions

Colorado
Admitted: 1979
Michigan
Admitted: 1980
Illinois
Admitted: 1982

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