Atty. Bruce A. Buckrop

Atty. Bruce A. Buckrop

Bruce A. Buckrop is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, personal injury, real estate and 1 other area of law.

Rock Island Rock Island 49 yrs experience 49 year
Call (309) 903-0024 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Bruce A. Buckrop at a glance

Bruce A. Buckrop is a Member based in Rock Island, Illinois, practicing at Buckrop & VanDeVelde, P.C.. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on personal injury, real estate, bankruptcy, and tax. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1977) and U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois (1980). Educated at Hamline University (J.D., 1976) and St. Ambrose College (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Rock Island, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Bruce A. Buckrop is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, personal injury, real estate and 1 other area of law
  • Bruce A. received a B.A. degree from St. Ambrose College in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Bruce A. practices at Buckrop & VanDeVelde, P.C. in Rock Island, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Bruce A. Buckrop's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bruce A. Buckrop 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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Real Estate Law

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

Bruce A. Buckrop is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Bruce A. Buckrop is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Illinois →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Bruce A. Buckrop is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 Rock Island 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 A. Buckrop

Where is Bruce A. Buckrop's law office located?
Bruce A. Buckrop's law practice is located in Rock Island, Illinois. The firm is Buckrop & VanDeVelde, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bruce A. Buckrop handle?
Bruce A. Buckrop focuses on personal injury, real estate, bankruptcy, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Bruce A. Buckrop practiced law?
Bruce A. Buckrop has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Bruce A. Buckrop go to law school?
Bruce A. Buckrop earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Bruce A. Buckrop for a consultation?
You can contact Bruce A. Buckrop 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 Bruce A. Buckrop received?
Bruce A. Buckrop's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Hamline University
- 1976
B.A.
St. Ambrose College
- 1974

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 1980

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