Atty. Debra Suzanne McGowan

Atty. Debra Suzanne McGowan

Debra Suzanne McGowan is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation, family law and 2 other areas of law. Debra received a B.A. degree from Eastern Illinois University in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Harrisburg Harrisburg 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About Debra Suzanne McGowan at a glance

Debra Suzanne McGowan is a personal injury, family law, workers comp, litigation, and insurance attorney based in Harrisburg, Illinois. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1992), U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana (1992), Illinois (1993), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois (1994). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1992) and Eastern Illinois University (B.A., 1989). Recognitions include CV Notable. Serands clients in Harrisburg, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Debra Suzanne McGowan is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation, family law and 2 other areas of law
  • Debra received a B.A. degree from Eastern Illinois University in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Debra practices in Harrisburg, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Debra Suzanne McGowan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Debra Suzanne McGowan 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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Family Law

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

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Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Debra Suzanne McGowan is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Debra Suzanne McGowan is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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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 Harrisburg 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 Debra Suzanne McGowan

Where is Debra Suzanne McGowan's law office located?
Debra Suzanne McGowan's law practice is located in Harrisburg, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Debra Suzanne McGowan handle?
Debra Suzanne McGowan focuses on personal injury, family law, workers comp, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Debra Suzanne McGowan practiced law?
Debra Suzanne McGowan has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Debra Suzanne McGowan go to law school?
Debra Suzanne McGowan earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1989).
How can I contact Debra Suzanne McGowan for a consultation?
You can contact Debra Suzanne McGowan 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 Debra Suzanne McGowan received?
Debra Suzanne McGowan's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
University of Illinois
- 1992
B.A.
Eastern Illinois University
- 1989

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana
Admitted: 1992
Illinois
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 1996

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