Atty. David Alan Perkins

Atty. David Alan Perkins

David Alan Perkins is a lawyer practicing casualty/tort litigation, civil rights litigation/section 1983, design professionals litigation and 2 other areas of law. David received a degree from University of Illinois at Springfield in 1985, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Peoria Peoria 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About David Alan Perkins at a glance

David Alan Perkins is a Shareholder based in Peoria, Illinois, practicing at Heyl, Royster, Voelker & Allen Professional Corporation. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on personal injury, litigation, civil rights, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Illinois United States District Court, Central and Southern Districts of Illinois United States Cour (1987). Educated at University of Iowa College of Law (JD, 1987) and University of Illinois at Springfield (Bachelor, 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional Associations •American Bar Association •Illinois State Bar Association •Peoria County Bar Association •Illinois Association of Defense Trial Counsel •Defense Research Institute. Serands clients in Peoria, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Alan Perkins is a lawyer practicing casualty/tort litigation, civil rights litigation/section 1983, design professionals litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • David received a degree from University of Illinois at Springfield in 1985, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • David practices at Heyl, Royster, Voelker & Allen Professional Corporation in Peoria, IL

Practice Areas Explained

David Alan Perkins's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Alan Perkins handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

David Alan Perkins is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Illinois →

Insurance Law

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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 Peoria 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 andnue, 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 David Alan Perkins

Where is David Alan Perkins's law office located?
David Alan Perkins's law practice is located in Peoria, Illinois. The firm is Heyl, Royster, Voelker & Allen Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Alan Perkins handle?
David Alan Perkins focuses on personal injury, litigation, civil rights, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has David Alan Perkins practiced law?
David Alan Perkins has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did David Alan Perkins go to law school?
David Alan Perkins earned their education at (JD, 1987); (Bachelor, 1985).
How can I contact David Alan Perkins for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David Alan Perkins received?
David Alan Perkins's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

JD
University of Iowa College of Law
- 1987
Bachelor
University of Illinois at Springfield
- 1985

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois United States District Court, Central and Southern Districts of Illinois United States Cour
Admitted: 1987

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