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