Atty. E. Kent Ayers

Atty. E. Kent Ayers

E. Kent Ayers is a lawyer practicing trial practice, medical malpractice, bodily injury and 3 other areas of law.

Joliet Joliet 57 yrs experience 57 year
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Profile Summary

About E. Kent Ayers at a glance

E. Kent Ayers is a Senior Partner based in Joliet, Illinois, practicing at Spesia & Taylor. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, product liability, and tbi/sci. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1969) and U.S. Supreme Court U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1979). Educated at University of North Dakota School of Law (J.D., 1968) and Wabash College (A.B. English, 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Will County, Illinois State (Member, House of Delegates, 1974-1978 and 1988-1990) and American Bar Associations Illinois Trial Lawyers Association (Member, Board of Advocates) The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Joliet, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • E. Kent Ayers is a lawyer practicing trial practice, medical malpractice, bodily injury and 3 other areas of law
  • E. Kent received a A.B. degree from Wabash College in 1964, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • E. Kent practices at Spesia & Taylor in Joliet, IL

Practice Areas Explained

E. Kent Ayers's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases E. Kent Ayers handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

E. Kent Ayers is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Illinois →

Wrongful Death

E. Kent Ayers is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Illinois →

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.

E. Kent Ayers is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Product Liability

E. Kent Ayers is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Illinois →

Brain & Spinal Cord Injury

E. Kent Ayers is one of 10,267 tbi/sci attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tbi/sci attorneys in Illinois →

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 Joliet 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 E. Kent Ayers

Where is E. Kent Ayers's law office located?
E. Kent Ayers's law practice is located in Joliet, Illinois. The firm is Spesia & Taylor. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does E. Kent Ayers handle?
E. Kent Ayers focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, product liability, tbi/sci. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has E. Kent Ayers practiced law?
E. Kent Ayers has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did E. Kent Ayers go to law school?
E. Kent Ayers earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (A.B. English, 1964).
How can I contact E. Kent Ayers for a consultation?
You can contact E. Kent Ayers 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 E. Kent Ayers received?
E. Kent Ayers's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of North Dakota School of Law
- 1968
A.B. English
Wabash College
- 1964

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1969
U.S. Supreme Court U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1979

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