Atty. James Stephen Dunn
James Stephen Dunn is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, business litigation, estate planning and 3 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Illinois Wesleyan University in 1973, and has been licensed for 47 years.
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James Stephen Dunn is a Member based in Springfield, Illinois, practicing at Dunn & McMenamin. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, estate planning, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1979). Educated at Southern Illinois University (J.D., 1979) and Illinois Wesleyan University (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Springfield, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James Stephen Dunn is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, business litigation, estate planning and 3 other areas of law
- James received a B.A. degree from Illinois Wesleyan University in 1973, and has been licensed for 47 years
- James practices at Dunn & McMenamin in Springfield, IL
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James Stephen Dunn's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Stephen Dunn 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 Stephen Dunn is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Illinois →
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
James Stephen Dunn is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
James Stephen Dunn is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
James Stephen Dunn 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 Springfield 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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