Atty. Carol Hansen Posegate

Atty. Carol Hansen Posegate

Carol Hansen Posegate is a lawyer practicing civil litigation law, employment law, college and university law. Carol received a B.A. degree from Concordia College in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years.

Springfield Springfield 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Carol Hansen Posegate at a glance

Carol Hansen Posegate is a Member based in Springfield, Illinois, practicing at Posegate & Denes, P.C.. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on employment and litigation. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1973), U.S. Court of Claims (1975), Illinois (1977), and U.S. Supreme Court (1980). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1973) and Concordia College (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Sangamon County, Illinois State and American Bar Associations The District of Columbia Bar National Employment Law Association. Serands clients in Springfield, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Carol Hansen Posegate is a lawyer practicing civil litigation law, employment law, college and university law
  • Carol received a B.A. degree from Concordia College in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Carol practices at Posegate & Denes, P.C. in Springfield, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Carol Hansen Posegate's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Carol Hansen Posegate handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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

Carol Hansen Posegate 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 Springfield 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 Carol Hansen Posegate

Where is Carol Hansen Posegate's law office located?
Carol Hansen Posegate's law practice is located in Springfield, Illinois. The firm is Posegate & Denes, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Carol Hansen Posegate handle?
Carol Hansen Posegate focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Carol Hansen Posegate practiced law?
Carol Hansen Posegate has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Carol Hansen Posegate go to law school?
Carol Hansen Posegate earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact Carol Hansen Posegate for a consultation?
You can contact Carol Hansen Posegate 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 Carol Hansen Posegate received?
Carol Hansen Posegate's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University
- 1973
B.A.
Concordia College
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Court of Claims
Admitted: 1975
Illinois
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1980

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