Atty. James P. LeFante

Atty. James P. LeFante

Named, "Rising Star," Illinois Super Lawyers, 2009 (Medical Malpractice) and 2010 (Personal Injury) (only 2.5% of Illinois Lawyers receive this distinction each year); Goodman & Witanen, Park Ridge, Illinois, Associate, 1997-1998; Capetola & Doddato Esq. LLP, Williston Park, New York, Associate, 1998-2001.

Peoria Peoria 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About James P. LeFante at a glance

James P. LeFante is a Senior Attorney based in Peoria, Illinois, practicing at LeFante Law Offices, P.C.. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1996), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1996), New York (1998), and U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois (2001). Educated at The John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1996) and Western Illinois University (B.A., 1992). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Peoria County Bar Association Illinois State Bar Association. Serands clients in Peoria, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Named, "Rising Star," Illinois Super Lawyers, 2009 (Medical Malpractice) and 2010 (Personal Injury) (only 2.5% of Illinois Lawyers receive this distinction each year)
  • Goodman & Witanen, Park Ridge, Illinois, Associate, 1997-1998
  • Capetola & Doddato Esq. LLP, Williston Park, New York, Associate, 1998-2001
  • Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP, Peoria, Illinois, Associate/Partner, 2001-2009

Practice Areas Explained

James P. LeFante's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

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

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Wrongful Death

James P. LeFante is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death 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.

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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 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 P. LeFante

Where is James P. LeFante's law office located?
James P. LeFante's law practice is located in Peoria, Illinois. The firm is LeFante Law Offices, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James P. LeFante handle?
James P. LeFante focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James P. LeFante practiced law?
James P. LeFante has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did James P. LeFante go to law school?
James P. LeFante earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1992).
How can I contact James P. LeFante for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James P. LeFante received?
James P. LeFante's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
The John Marshall Law School
- 1996
B.A.
Western Illinois University
- 1992

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1996
New York
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 2001

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