Atty. James Albert Devine
James Albert Devine is a lawyer practicing employment law. James Albert has been licensed for 53 years.
Employment Law Attorney · Serving Springfield, IL · 53+ Years Experience
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About James Albert Devine at a Glance
James Albert Devine is a Member based in Springfield, Illinois, practicing at James A. Devine, Attorney at Law. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on employment. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1973), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1973), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court (1978), and U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois (2005). Educated at DePaul University College of Law J.D. (—). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of Illinois State and American Bar Associations Illinois Trial Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Springfield, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James Albert Devine
- James Albert Devine is a lawyer practicing employment law
- James Albert has been licensed for 53 years
- James Albert practices at James A. Devine, Attorney at Law in Springfield, IL
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James Albert Devine's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Albert Devine handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Springfield.
Employment Law in Springfield
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Springfield
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 venue, 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.
Springfield Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Springfield-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 Springfield Choose James Albert Devine
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 James Albert Devine's practice in the field of employment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James Albert Devine brings 53+ 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, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court, James Albert Devine can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Focused Employment Practice
Concentrating on employment means James Albert Devine's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Springfield
A Springfield-based practice means James Albert Devine attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues James Albert Devine Handles in Springfield
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