Atty. Benjamin M. Sgro

Atty. Benjamin M. Sgro

Benjamin M. Sgro graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from Butler University, and received his law degree from Saint Louis University Law School.

Springfield Springfield 11 yrs experience 11 year
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Profile Summary

About Benjamin M. Sgro at a glance

Benjamin M. Sgro is a Partner based in Springfield, Illinois, practicing at Sgro, Hanrahan, Durr, Rabin & Reinbold, LLP. They have 11+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2015. Their practice focuses on car accidents, trusts, probate, medical malpractice, and wrongful death. Admitted to practice in Illinois United States District Court for the Central District of Illinois (2015). Educated at St. Louis University Law School J.D. (—) and Butler University B.A. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Springfield, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Benjamin M. Sgro graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from Butler University, and received his law degree from Saint Louis University Law School
  • He is licensed to practice law in the State of Illinois and in the U.S
  • District Court for the Central District of Illinois
  • Ben joined the firm as an associate in 2014 prior to becoming a partner in 2022
  • He focuses his practice in the areas of personal injury, civil litigation, and workers’ compensation
  • Ben also handles a variety of matters in business law, estate planning, and other general civil matters
  • In addition to practicing law, Ben has served as a member of the Boys and Girls Club of Central Illinois Board of Directors, wish grantor for Make-A-Wish Illinois, and on the Illinois Innocence Project Advisory Task Force
  • He has been recognized as an Emerging Lawyer and was also selected as one of 40 under 40 leaders to watch by the Springfield Business Journal in 2017

Practice Areas Explained

Benjamin M. Sgro's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Benjamin M. Sgro handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Trusts

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Probate

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Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Wrongful Death

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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 Springfield 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 Benjamin M. Sgro

Where is Benjamin M. Sgro's law office located?
Benjamin M. Sgro's law practice is located in Springfield, Illinois. The firm is Sgro, Hanrahan, Durr, Rabin & Reinbold, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Benjamin M. Sgro handle?
Benjamin M. Sgro focuses on car accidents, trusts, probate, medical malpractice, wrongful death. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Benjamin M. Sgro practiced law?
Benjamin M. Sgro has 11+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2015.
Where did Benjamin M. Sgro go to law school?
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What awards or recognition has Benjamin M. Sgro received?
Benjamin M. Sgro's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

St. Louis University Law School J.D.
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Butler University B.A.
- In Progress

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois United States District Court for the Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 2015

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