Atty. Christopher A. DeRango

Atty. Christopher A. DeRango

Assistant State's Attorney, Winnebago County State's Attorney, 1993-1995. Associate, Vella, Sparkman, Wheeler & Lund, 1995-1999.

Rockford Rockford 32 Years Experience 32 year
Call (815) 516-5279

Profile Summary

About Christopher A. DeRango at a glance

Christopher A. DeRango is an Associate based in Rockford, Illinois, practicing at DeRango & Cain, LLC. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, federal crimes, and traffic. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1994) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (2000). Educated at Northern Illinois University (J.D., 1994) and Northern Illinois University (B.A., 1989). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Winnebago County and Illinois State Bar Associations National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serves clients in Rockford, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Assistant State's Attorney, Winnebago County State's Attorney, 1993-1995
  • Associate, Vella, Sparkman, Wheeler & Lund, 1995-1999

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Christopher A. DeRango's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher A. DeRango handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Criminal Defense

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Federal Crimes

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Traffic Violations

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 Rockford 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 venue, 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 Christopher A. DeRango

Where is Christopher A. DeRango's law office located?
Christopher A. DeRango's law practice is located in Rockford, Illinois. The firm is DeRango & Cain, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher A. DeRango handle?
Christopher A. DeRango focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, federal crimes, traffic. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Christopher A. DeRango practiced law?
Christopher A. DeRango has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Christopher A. DeRango go to law school?
Christopher A. DeRango earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A., 1989).
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What awards or recognition has Christopher A. DeRango received?
Christopher A. DeRango's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Northern Illinois University
- 1994
B.A.
Northern Illinois University
- 1989

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 2000

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