Atty. Daniel J. Cain

Atty. Daniel J. Cain

Member, Capital Litigation Trial Bar, 2002—. Assistant State's Attorney, Winnebago County, Illinois, 1976-1978.

Rockford Rockford 51 Years Experience 51 year
Call (779) 236-4893

Profile Summary

About Daniel J. Cain at a glance

Daniel J. Cain is a Member based in Rockford, Illinois, practicing at DeRango & Cain, LLC. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, federal crimes, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1975), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1978), Florida (1991), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin (2000). Educated at Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 1975) and University of Illinois (B.S., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Winnebago County, Illinois State and American Bar Associations The Florida Bar National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serves clients in Rockford, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Member, Capital Litigation Trial Bar, 2002—
  • Assistant State's Attorney, Winnebago County, Illinois, 1976-1978

Practice Areas Explained

Daniel J. Cain's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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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.

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Criminal Defense

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Federal Crimes

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Civil Rights

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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 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 Daniel J. Cain

Where is Daniel J. Cain's law office located?
Daniel J. Cain'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 Daniel J. Cain handle?
Daniel J. Cain focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, federal crimes, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Daniel J. Cain practiced law?
Daniel J. Cain has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Daniel J. Cain go to law school?
Daniel J. Cain earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.S., 1972).
How can I contact Daniel J. Cain for a consultation?
You can contact Daniel J. Cain 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 Daniel J. Cain received?
Daniel J. Cain's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago-Kent College of Law
- 1975
B.S.
University of Illinois
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1978
Florida
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 2000

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