Atty. James E. Hopkins

Atty. James E. Hopkins

James E. Hopkins is a lawyer practicing worker's compensation, family law, personal injury and 2 other areas of law.

Marion Marion 35 yrs experience 35 year
Call (618) 440-3824 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James E. Hopkins at a glance

James E. Hopkins is a personal injury, family law, real estate, and government attorney based in Marion, Illinois. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Admitted to practice in Kansas (1991), U.S. District Court, District of Kansas (1991), and Illinois (1993). Educated at Washburn University of Topeka (J.D., 1991) and Ft. Hays State University (B.S., 1988). Serands clients in Marion, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James E. Hopkins is a lawyer practicing worker's compensation, family law, personal injury and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Ft
  • Hays State University in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • James practices in Marion, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James E. Hopkins's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James E. Hopkins 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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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Real Estate Law

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

James E. Hopkins is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 Marion 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 E. Hopkins

Where is James E. Hopkins's law office located?
James E. Hopkins's law practice is located in Marion, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James E. Hopkins handle?
James E. Hopkins focuses on personal injury, family law, real estate, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James E. Hopkins practiced law?
James E. Hopkins has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did James E. Hopkins go to law school?
James E. Hopkins earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S., 1988).
How can I contact James E. Hopkins for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Washburn University of Topeka
- 1991
B.S.
Ft. Hays State University
- 1988

Bar Admissions

Kansas
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, District of Kansas
Admitted: 1991
Illinois
Admitted: 1993

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