Atty. James K. Booras

Atty. James K. Booras

James K. Booras is a lawyer practicing criminal law, criminal trial law.

Waukegan Waukegan 47 yrs experience 47 year
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About James K. Booras at a glance

James K. Booras is a Cir. Ct. J. based in Waukegan, Illinois. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1979). Educated at Northern Illinois University (J.D., 1979) and Northern Illinois University (B.S., 1975). Serands clients in Waukegan, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James K. Booras is a lawyer practicing criminal law, criminal trial law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Northern Illinois University in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • James practices in Waukegan, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James K. Booras's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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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 Waukegan 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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Where is James K. Booras's law office located?
James K. Booras's law practice is located in Waukegan, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James K. Booras handle?
James K. Booras focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James K. Booras practiced law?
James K. Booras has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did James K. Booras go to law school?
James K. Booras earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.S., 1975).
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Education

J.D.
Northern Illinois University
- 1979
B.S.
Northern Illinois University
- 1975

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1979

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