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Atty. Brian Thomas McGovern

Atty. Brian Thomas McGovern

Brian Thomas McGovern is a lawyer practicing personal injury, automobile accidents, workers compensation and 12 other areas of law. Brian received a B.S. degree from Southern Illinois University in 1987, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Mount Vernon Mount Vernon 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About Brian Thomas McGovern at a glance

Brian Thomas McGovern is a Partner based in Mount Vernon, Illinois, practicing at Hanagan & McGovern. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1994). Educated at Southern Illinois University (J.D., 1994) and Southern Illinois University (B.S., 1987). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Jefferson County Bar Association (President, 1997) Illinois Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Mount Vernon, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Brian Thomas McGovern is a lawyer practicing personal injury, automobile accidents, workers compensation and 12 other areas of law
  • Brian received a B.S. degree from Southern Illinois University in 1987, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Brian practices at Hanagan & McGovern in Mount Vernon, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Brian Thomas McGovern's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian Thomas McGovern 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.

Brian Thomas McGovern is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Illinois →

Truck Accidents

Brian Thomas McGovern is one of 4,975 truck accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse truck accidents attorneys in Illinois →

Wrongful Death

Brian Thomas McGovern is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Illinois →

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.

Brian Thomas McGovern is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury 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.

Brian Thomas McGovern is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp 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 Brian Thomas McGovern

Where is Brian Thomas McGovern's law office located?
Brian Thomas McGovern's law practice is located in Mount Vernon, Illinois. The firm is Hanagan & McGovern. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brian Thomas McGovern handle?
Brian Thomas McGovern focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Brian Thomas McGovern practiced law?
Brian Thomas McGovern has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Brian Thomas McGovern go to law school?
Brian Thomas McGovern earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.S., 1987).
How can I contact Brian Thomas McGovern for a consultation?
You can contact Brian Thomas McGovern 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 Brian Thomas McGovern received?
Brian Thomas McGovern's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Southern Illinois University
- 1994
B.S.
Southern Illinois University
- 1987

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1994

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