Atty. James Andrew Gesmer

Atty. James Andrew Gesmer

James Andrew Gesmer is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, social security disability. James received a B.A. degree from Knox College in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Rockford Rockford 40 Years Experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About James Andrew Gesmer at a glance

James Andrew Gesmer is a Member based in Rockford, Illinois, practicing at Gesmer Law Offices, P.C.. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on workers comp and ssd. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1986). Educated at Indiana University (J.D., 1986) and Knox College (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Winnebago County and Illinois State Bar Associations. Serves clients in Rockford, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Andrew Gesmer is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, social security disability
  • James received a B.A. degree from Knox College in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • James practices at Gesmer Law Offices, P.C. in Rockford, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James Andrew Gesmer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Andrew Gesmer handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

James Andrew Gesmer is one of 49,806 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Illinois →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

James Andrew Gesmer is one of 24,024 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd 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 Rockford 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Andrew Gesmer

Where is James Andrew Gesmer's law office located?
James Andrew Gesmer's law practice is located in Rockford, Illinois. The firm is Gesmer Law Offices, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Andrew Gesmer handle?
James Andrew Gesmer focuses on workers comp, ssd. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James Andrew Gesmer practiced law?
James Andrew Gesmer has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did James Andrew Gesmer go to law school?
James Andrew Gesmer earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact James Andrew Gesmer for a consultation?
You can contact James Andrew Gesmer 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 James Andrew Gesmer received?
James Andrew Gesmer's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Indiana University
- 1986
B.A.
Knox College
- 1983

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1986

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