Atty. Carl John Tenney

Atty. Carl John Tenney

Carl John Tenney is a lawyer practicing business/corporate, commercial litigation, estate planning and 6 other areas of law. Carl received a B.A. degree from Illinois Wesleyan University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Decatur Decatur 44 yrs experience 44 year
Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Carl John Tenney at a glance

Carl John Tenney is a Member based in Decatur, Illinois, practicing at Hughes Tenney Postlewait Coale, L.L.C.. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, estate planning, employment, and business. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1982) and U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois (1983). Educated at Southern Illinois University (J.D., 1982) and Illinois Wesleyan University (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Decatur and Illinois State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Decatur, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Carl John Tenney is a lawyer practicing business/corporate, commercial litigation, estate planning and 6 other areas of law
  • Carl received a B.A. degree from Illinois Wesleyan University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Carl practices at Hughes Tenney Postlewait Coale, L.L.C. in Decatur, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Carl John Tenney's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Carl John Tenney handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

Carl John Tenney is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate 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.

Carl John Tenney is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Carl John Tenney is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →

Employment Law

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

Carl John Tenney is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Carl John Tenney is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business 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 Decatur 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.

Looking for additional Illinois attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Decatur or all attorneys in Illinois.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Carl John Tenney

Where is Carl John Tenney's law office located?
Carl John Tenney's law practice is located in Decatur, Illinois. The firm is Hughes Tenney Postlewait Coale, L.L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Carl John Tenney handle?
Carl John Tenney focuses on probate, personal injury, estate planning, employment, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Carl John Tenney practiced law?
Carl John Tenney has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Carl John Tenney go to law school?
Carl John Tenney earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Carl John Tenney for a consultation?
You can contact Carl John Tenney 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 Carl John Tenney received?
Carl John Tenney's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Southern Illinois University
- 1982
B.A.
Illinois Wesleyan University
- 1979

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 1983

Reviews

4.6
7 Review
5 0
4 0
3 0
2 0
1 0
These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.