Atty. Edward Renner Gower

Atty. Edward Renner Gower

Edward Renner Gower is a lawyer practicing insurance, labor & employment, commercial litigation and 5 other areas of law. Edward received a B.S.W. degree from Clark Atlanta University in 1995, and has been licensed for 46 years.

Springfield Springfield 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Edward Renner Gower at a glance

Edward Renner Gower is a Partner based in Springfield, Illinois, practicing at Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on employment, business, litigation, environmental, and government. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1980), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1980), Federal Trial Bar (1983), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1984). Educated at University of Illinois College of Law (J.D., 2006) and Clark Atlanta University (B.S.W., 1995). Serands clients in Springfield, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Edward Renner Gower is a lawyer practicing insurance, labor & employment, commercial litigation and 5 other areas of law
  • Edward received a B.S.W. degree from Clark Atlanta University in 1995, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Edward practices at Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP in Springfield, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Edward Renner Gower's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Edward Renner Gower handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Civil Litigation

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Environmental Law

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Government & Administrative 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 Springfield 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 Edward Renner Gower

Where is Edward Renner Gower's law office located?
Edward Renner Gower's law practice is located in Springfield, Illinois. The firm is Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Edward Renner Gower handle?
Edward Renner Gower focuses on employment, business, litigation, environmental, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Edward Renner Gower practiced law?
Edward Renner Gower has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Edward Renner Gower go to law school?
Edward Renner Gower earned their education at (J.D., 2006); (B.S.W., 1995).
How can I contact Edward Renner Gower for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Illinois College of Law
- 2006
B.S.W.
Clark Atlanta University
- 1995

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1980
Federal Trial Bar
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 2003

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