Atty. James L. Whitmer
James L. Whitmer is a lawyer practicing criminal law, education, family and 4 other areas of law.
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About James L. Whitmer at a glance
James L. Whitmer is a F.B.I. based in Elmhurst, Illinois. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, immigration, real estate, and juvenile. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1984) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1984). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 1984) and Lewis University (B.A. University, 1973). Serands clients in Elmhurst, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James L. Whitmer is a lawyer practicing criminal law, education, family and 4 other areas of law
- James received a B.A. degree from Lewis University in 1973, and has been licensed for 42 years
- James practices in Elmhurst, IL
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James L. Whitmer's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James L. Whitmer handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
James L. Whitmer is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Illinois →
Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.
James L. Whitmer is one of 40,633 immigration attorneys indexed nationally. Browse immigration attorneys in Illinois →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
James L. Whitmer is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →
James L. Whitmer is one of 30,631 juvenile attorneys indexed nationally. Browse juvenile 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 Elmhurst 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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