Atty. Duane A. Deters

Atty. Duane A. Deters

Duane A. Deters is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui & dwi, divorce & separation and 7 other areas of law.

Humboldt Humboldt 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About Duane A. Deters at a glance

Duane A. Deters is a Chief Public Defender based in Humboldt, Illinois. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, child custody, contracts, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1997). Educated at Southern Illinois University (J.D., 1996) and Eastern Illinois University (B.A., 1993). Serands clients in Humboldt, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Duane A. Deters is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui & dwi, divorce & separation and 7 other areas of law
  • Duane received a B.A. degree from Eastern Illinois University in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Duane practices in Humboldt, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Duane A. Deters's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Duane A. Deters handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Contracts

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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 Humboldt 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 Duane A. Deters

Where is Duane A. Deters's law office located?
Duane A. Deters's law practice is located in Humboldt, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Duane A. Deters handle?
Duane A. Deters focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, child custody, contracts, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Duane A. Deters practiced law?
Duane A. Deters has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Duane A. Deters go to law school?
Duane A. Deters earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1993).
How can I contact Duane A. Deters for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Southern Illinois University
- 1996
B.A.
Eastern Illinois University
- 1993

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1997

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