Atty. James Dennis Marek

Atty. James Dennis Marek

James Dennis Marek is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice, general civil defense law, real estate law and 5 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from DePauw University in 1964, and has been licensed for 58 years.

Kankakee Kankakee 58 yrs experience 58 year
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Profile Summary

About James Dennis Marek at a glance

James Dennis Marek is a Partner based in Kankakee, Illinois, practicing at Ackman, Marek, Meyer, Tebo & Coghlan, Ltd.. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on probate, medical malpractice, personal injury, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1968). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1967) and DePauw University (B.A., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Kankakee, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Dennis Marek is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice, general civil defense law, real estate law and 5 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from DePauw University in 1964, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • James practices at Ackman, Marek, Meyer, Tebo & Coghlan, Ltd. in Kankakee, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James Dennis Marek's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

James Dennis Marek is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Illinois →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

James Dennis Marek is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Illinois →

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.

James Dennis Marek is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Business & Corporate Law

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

James Dennis Marek is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

James Dennis Marek is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 Kankakee 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 James Dennis Marek

Where is James Dennis Marek's law office located?
James Dennis Marek's law practice is located in Kankakee, Illinois. The firm is Ackman, Marek, Meyer, Tebo & Coghlan, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Dennis Marek handle?
James Dennis Marek focuses on probate, medical malpractice, personal injury, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James Dennis Marek practiced law?
James Dennis Marek has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did James Dennis Marek go to law school?
James Dennis Marek earned their education at (J.D., 1967); (B.A., 1964).
How can I contact James Dennis Marek for a consultation?
You can contact James Dennis Marek 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 Dennis Marek received?
James Dennis Marek's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Northwestern University
- 1967
B.A.
DePauw University
- 1964

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1968

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