Atty. James Mark Janovetz

Atty. James Mark Janovetz

James Mark Janovetz is a lawyer practicing personal injury, torts, workers compensation and 1 other area of law. James received a B.A. degree from St.

Peoria Peoria 47 yrs experience 47 year
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About James Mark Janovetz at a glance

James Mark Janovetz is a Member based in Peoria, Illinois, practicing at Janovetz Law Office. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on personal injury, workers comp, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1979), U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois (1980), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1983). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1979) and St. Mary's University of Minnesota (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Peoria County, Illinois State and American Bar Associations Illinois Trial Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Illinois Workers' Compensation Lawyers Association International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans. Serands clients in Peoria, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Mark Janovetz is a lawyer practicing personal injury, torts, workers compensation and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from St. Mary's University of Minnesota in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • James practices at Janovetz Law Office in Peoria, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James Mark Janovetz's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Mark Janovetz 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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Workers Compensation

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

James Mark Janovetz is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

James Mark Janovetz is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Peoria 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 Mark Janovetz

Where is James Mark Janovetz's law office located?
James Mark Janovetz's law practice is located in Peoria, Illinois. The firm is Janovetz Law Office. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Mark Janovetz handle?
James Mark Janovetz focuses on personal injury, workers comp, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James Mark Janovetz practiced law?
James Mark Janovetz has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did James Mark Janovetz go to law school?
James Mark Janovetz earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact James Mark Janovetz for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Mark Janovetz received?
James Mark Janovetz's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Illinois
- 1979
B.A.
St. Mary's University of Minnesota
- 1976

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1983

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