Atty. Bernard Jay Dowling

Atty. Bernard Jay Dowling

Bernard Jay Dowling is a lawyer practicing plaintiffs personal injury law, workers compensation law, labor and employment law and 2 other areas of law. Bernard received a B.S. degree from Culver-Stockton College in 1982, and has been licensed for 38 years.

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Profile Summary

About Bernard Jay Dowling at a glance

Bernard Jay Dowling is a personal injury, employment, real estate, workers comp, and litigation attorney based in Belleville, Illinois. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1988), Missouri (1989), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1989). Educated at St. Louis University (J.D., 1988) and Culver-Stockton College (B.S., 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Belleville, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Bernard Jay Dowling is a lawyer practicing plaintiffs personal injury law, workers compensation law, labor and employment law and 2 other areas of law
  • Bernard received a B.S. degree from Culver-Stockton College in 1982, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Bernard practices in Belleville, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Bernard Jay Dowling's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bernard Jay Dowling 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.

Bernard Jay Dowling is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Bernard Jay Dowling is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Bernard Jay Dowling is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Bernard Jay Dowling is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

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

Bernard Jay Dowling is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Belleville 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 Bernard Jay Dowling

Where is Bernard Jay Dowling's law office located?
Bernard Jay Dowling's law practice is located in Belleville, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bernard Jay Dowling handle?
Bernard Jay Dowling focuses on personal injury, employment, real estate, workers comp, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Bernard Jay Dowling practiced law?
Bernard Jay Dowling has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Bernard Jay Dowling go to law school?
Bernard Jay Dowling earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.S., 1982).
How can I contact Bernard Jay Dowling for a consultation?
You can contact Bernard Jay Dowling 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 Bernard Jay Dowling received?
Bernard Jay Dowling's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
St. Louis University
- 1988
B.S.
Culver-Stockton College
- 1982

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1988
Missouri
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1989

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