Atty. Debra S. Niesen

Atty. Debra S. Niesen

Debra S. Niesen is a lawyer practicing criminal trial practice, criminal defense.

Tinley Park Tinley Park 46 yrs experience 46 year
Call (312) 535-4941 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Debra S. Niesen at a glance

Debra S. Niesen is an Asst. Pub. Def. based in Tinley Park, Illinois. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1980) and Indiana (1980). Educated at Valparaiso University J.D. (—) and Indiana University B.A. (—). Serands clients in Tinley Park, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Debra S. Niesen is a lawyer practicing criminal trial practice, criminal defense
  • Debra received a B.A. degree from Indiana University, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Debra practices in Tinley Park, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Debra S. Niesen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Debra S. Niesen handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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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 Tinley Park 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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Where is Debra S. Niesen's law office located?
Debra S. Niesen's law practice is located in Tinley Park, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Debra S. Niesen handle?
Debra S. Niesen focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Debra S. Niesen practiced law?
Debra S. Niesen has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
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Education

Valparaiso University J.D.
- In Progress
Indiana University B.A.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1980
Indiana
Admitted: 1980

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