Atty. Eric D. Puryear
I, Eric D. Puryear, am an Attorney at Law who grew up in the Chicago area and now lives in the Quad Cities.
Criminal Matters & More Attorney · Serving Davenport, IA · 17+ Years Experience
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About Eric D. Puryear at a Glance
Eric D. Puryear is an Attorney based in Davenport, Iowa, practicing at Eric D. Puryear, Attorney at Law - Puryear Law P.C.. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, personal injury, criminal defense, and juvenile. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2009) and Iowa Federal District Court for the Northern District of Illinois Federal District Court for the Cen (2010). Educated at DePaul University, Chicago, IL Bachelor of Science DePaul University, Chicago, IL Computer Science DePaul University, Chicago, IL 2006 Honors and Activities: Centennial Scholarship Student Go (—). Serves clients in Davenport, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric D. Puryear
- I, Eric D. Puryear, am an Attorney at Law who grew up in the Chicago area and now lives in the Quad Cities
- I am licensed to practice law in the states of Illinois and Iowa, and admitted in all of the Federal District Courts for the states of Illinois and Iowa
- Regarding criminal matters, I have handled all manner of cases, ranging from murder to speeding tickets
- I have negotiated hundreds of plea deals for my clients when doing so was in their best interest
- In cases where a plea bargain was not in the client's interest, I have taken cases to trial
- Turning to civil matters, I have represented clients in suits at law, divorce/dissolution proceedings, child custody hearings, juvenile petitions, parental rights terminations, and small claims matters
- I have also handled worker's compensation, personal injury, and other matters, fighting to protect the rights of my clients who were injured and left without proper compensation
- Early in my career while working for private law firms and the United States Department of Defense, I gained extensive research and legal writing skills
- I now apply these skills to every case and every document that I draft for my clients
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS Member
- American Bar Association Member: Illinois State Bar Association Member: Iowa State Bar Association Member: Rock Island County, IL Bar Association Member: National Bar Association (the oldest and largest association of Black Lawyers and Judges) PREVIOUS LEGAL EXPERIENCE: Jack A. Schwartz and Associates, Rock Island, IL : Attorney I handled criminal matters, ranging from simple traffic tickets all the way up to murder
- I also handled civil matters, including family law, personal injury, forfeiture, etc. (February 2010- November 2010) United States Department of Defense, Army Sustainment Command Office of Counsel
- ROCK ISLAND, IL
- Law Clerk Drafted legal opinions concerning government procurement, the Privacy Act, the Freedom of Information Act, and military law
- Advised as to the legality and business sense of issues relating to copyright and trademark
- Law Offices of Richard C. Moenning Chicago, IL: Law Clerk I handled matters relating to probate, including asset collection and creditor notification
- Hurley Stanners Oak Park, IL: Legal Intern I handled real estate, business law, and other transactional legal matters
- United States Department of Defense, Army Sustainment Command Office of Counsel
- ROCK ISLAND, IL
- Summer Intern I Prosecuted misdemeanor and traffic offenses in Federal court
- I participated in Government contract protest defenses, drafted wills, reviewed documents for releasability under the Freedom of Information Act
Practice Areas Explained
Eric D. Puryear's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric D. Puryear handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Davenport.
Divorce in Davenport
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 in Davenport
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Personal Injury in Davenport
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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Criminal Defense in Davenport
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Juvenile Law in Davenport
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Davenport
Practicing law in Iowa. Legal matters in Iowa are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Davenport are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Iowa state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Iowa brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Iowa courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Davenport Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Davenport-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Davenport Choose Eric D. Puryear
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Eric D. Puryear's practice in the field of divorce, child custody, personal injury, criminal defense, and juvenile.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric D. Puryear brings 17+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois and Iowa Federal District Court for the Northern District of Illinois Federal District Court for the Cen, Eric D. Puryear can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering divorce, child custody, and personal injury, Eric D. Puryear can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Davenport
A Davenport-based practice means Eric D. Puryear attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Eric D. Puryear Handles in Davenport
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