Atty. Dan E. Way

Atty. Dan E. Way

Dan E. Way is a lawyer practicing adoption, family, estate planning and 7 other areas of law.

Springfield Springfield 36 Years Experience 36 year
Call (855) 566-2342

Profile Summary

About Dan E. Way at a glance

Dan E. Way is a probate, personal injury, family law, estate planning, and real estate attorney based in Springfield, Illinois. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1990). Educated at Northern Illinois University (J.D., 1990) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1987). Serves clients in Springfield, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Dan E. Way is a lawyer practicing adoption, family, estate planning and 7 other areas of law
  • Dan received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Dan practices in Springfield, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Dan E. Way's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Dan E. Way handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

Dan E. Way is one of 115,645 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.

Dan E. Way is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Dan E. Way is one of 167,063 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law 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.

Dan E. Way is one of 203,974 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Dan E. Way is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 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 Dan E. Way

Where is Dan E. Way's law office located?
Dan E. Way's law practice is located in Springfield, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Dan E. Way handle?
Dan E. Way focuses on probate, personal injury, family law, estate planning, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Dan E. Way practiced law?
Dan E. Way has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Dan E. Way go to law school?
Dan E. Way earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1987).
How can I contact Dan E. Way for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Northern Illinois University
- 1990
B.A.
University of Illinois
- 1987

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1990

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