Atty. Brett W. Cummins

Atty. Brett W. Cummins

Brett W. Cummins is a lawyer practicing criminal law, juvenile law, commercial litigation and 5 other areas of law.

Wheaton Wheaton 24 yrs experience 24 year
Call (331) 236-5003 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Brett W. Cummins at a glance

Brett W. Cummins is a DuPage Co. Pub. Def. Off. based in Wheaton, Illinois. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, employment, business, real estate, and juvenile. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (2002). Educated at Chicago Kent College of Law (J.D., 2001) and Eastern Illinois University (B.S., 1997). Serands clients in Wheaton, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Brett W. Cummins is a lawyer practicing criminal law, juvenile law, commercial litigation and 5 other areas of law
  • Brett received a B.S. degree from Eastern Illinois University in 1997, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • Brett practices in Wheaton, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Brett W. Cummins's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brett W. Cummins handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Employment Law

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

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

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

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Juvenile Law

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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 Wheaton 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 Brett W. Cummins

Where is Brett W. Cummins's law office located?
Brett W. Cummins's law practice is located in Wheaton, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brett W. Cummins handle?
Brett W. Cummins focuses on criminal defense, employment, business, real estate, juvenile. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Brett W. Cummins practiced law?
Brett W. Cummins has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Brett W. Cummins go to law school?
Brett W. Cummins earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.S., 1997).
How can I contact Brett W. Cummins for a consultation?
You can contact Brett W. Cummins 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.

Education

J.D.
Chicago Kent College of Law
- 2001
B.S.
Eastern Illinois University
- 1997

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 2002

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