Atty. H. Kent Heller

Atty. H. Kent Heller

H. Kent Heller is a lawyer practicing civil trial practice, criminal defense, civil rights and 3 other areas of law.

Mattoon Mattoon 49 yrs experience 49 year
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About H. Kent Heller at a glance

H. Kent Heller is a Member based in Mattoon, Illinois, practicing at Heller, Holmes & Associates, P.C.. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1977), U.S. Tax Court, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar and U.S. Dist (1978), and U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1991). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1977) and University of Illinois (B.S., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Mattoon, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • H. Kent Heller is a lawyer practicing civil trial practice, criminal defense, civil rights and 3 other areas of law
  • H. Kent received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • H. Kent practices at Heller, Holmes & Associates, P.C. in Mattoon, IL

Practice Areas Explained

H. Kent Heller's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases H. Kent Heller 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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Criminal Defense

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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Civil Litigation

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

H. Kent Heller is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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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 Mattoon 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 H. Kent Heller

Where is H. Kent Heller's law office located?
H. Kent Heller's law practice is located in Mattoon, Illinois. The firm is Heller, Holmes & Associates, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does H. Kent Heller handle?
H. Kent Heller focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has H. Kent Heller practiced law?
H. Kent Heller has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did H. Kent Heller go to law school?
H. Kent Heller earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.S., 1974).
How can I contact H. Kent Heller for a consultation?
You can contact H. Kent Heller 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 H. Kent Heller received?
H. Kent Heller's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Illinois
- 1977
B.S.
University of Illinois
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Tax Court, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar and U.S. Dist
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1991

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