Atty. Daniel Ray Simmons
Daniel Ray Simmons is a lawyer practicing workers' compensation, casualty/tort litigation, employment & labor and 3 other areas of law. Daniel received a degree from Augustana College in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years.
Casualty/Tort Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Springfield, IL · 41+ Years Experience
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About Daniel Ray Simmons at a Glance
Daniel Ray Simmons is a Partner based in Springfield, Illinois, practicing at Heyl, Royster, Voelker & Allen Professional Corporation. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, workers comp, slip & fall, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois United States District Court, Central District of Illinois United States Court of Appeals, (1985). Educated at University of Iowa College of Law (JD, 1984) and Augustana College (Bachelor, 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional Associations •Lincoln-Douglas American Inn of Court (past president and program director) •Illinois State Bar Association •Sangamon County Bar Association •Central Illinois Claims Adjusters' Association. Serves clients in Springfield, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel Ray Simmons
- Daniel Ray Simmons is a lawyer practicing workers' compensation, casualty/tort litigation, employment & labor and 3 other areas of law
- Daniel received a degree from Augustana College in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years
- Daniel practices at Heyl, Royster, Voelker & Allen Professional Corporation in Springfield, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel Ray Simmons's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel Ray Simmons handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Springfield.
Personal Injury in Springfield
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.
Daniel Ray Simmons is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →
Employment Law in Springfield
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Daniel Ray Simmons is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →
Workers Compensation in Springfield
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Daniel Ray Simmons is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Illinois →
Slip & Fall / Premises Liability in Springfield
Daniel Ray Simmons is one of 29,187 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Illinois →
Civil Litigation in Springfield
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Daniel Ray Simmons is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Springfield
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.
Springfield Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Springfield-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Springfield Choose Daniel Ray Simmons
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Daniel Ray Simmons's practice in the field of personal injury, employment, workers comp, slip & fall, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel Ray Simmons brings 41+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, employment, and workers comp, Daniel Ray Simmons can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Springfield
A Springfield-based practice means Daniel Ray Simmons attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Daniel Ray Simmons Handles in Springfield
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Daniel Ray Simmons has experience with under Illinois law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Daniel Ray Simmons directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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