Atty. Clay J. Mitchell

Atty. Clay J. Mitchell

Clay J. Mitchell is a lawyer practicing personal injury, criminal defense, traffic & dui and 2 other areas of law.

Wauconda Wauconda 37 Years Experience 37 year
Call (847) 984-3519

Profile Summary

About Clay J. Mitchell at a glance

Clay J. Mitchell is a Principal based in Wauconda, Illinois, practicing at Clay J. Mitchell. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on car accidents, dui/dwi, residential, personal injury, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1989). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1987) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1981). Provides legal services in Spanish. Serves clients in Wauconda, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Clay J. Mitchell is a lawyer practicing personal injury, criminal defense, traffic & dui and 2 other areas of law
  • Clay received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1981, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Clay practices at Clay J. Mitchell in Wauconda, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Clay J. Mitchell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Clay J. Mitchell handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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DUI / DWI Defense

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Clay J. Mitchell is one of 26,859 dui/dwi attorneys indexed nationally. Browse dui/dwi attorneys in Illinois →

Residential Real Estate

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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.

Clay J. Mitchell is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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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 Wauconda 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 Clay J. Mitchell

Where is Clay J. Mitchell's law office located?
Clay J. Mitchell's law practice is located in Wauconda, Illinois. The firm is Clay J. Mitchell. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Clay J. Mitchell handle?
Clay J. Mitchell focuses on car accidents, dui/dwi, residential, personal injury, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Clay J. Mitchell practiced law?
Clay J. Mitchell has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
What languages does Clay J. Mitchell speak?
Clay J. Mitchell provides legal services in Spanish. Bilingual representation can be especially important when contracts, testimony, or court filings require accurate translation.
Where did Clay J. Mitchell go to law school?
Clay J. Mitchell earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact Clay J. Mitchell for a consultation?
You can contact Clay J. Mitchell 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.

Education

J.D.
DePaul University
- 1987
B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1981

Languages

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1989

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