Atty. James William Glasgow

Atty. James William Glasgow

James William Glasgow is a lawyer practicing real estate law, criminal law, civil litigation and 3 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1972, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Joliet Joliet 45 yrs experience 45 year
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About James William Glasgow at a glance

James William Glasgow is a States Atty. based in Joliet, Illinois. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, real estate, child support, white collar, and dv defense. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1981) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1981). Educated at Lewis University (J.D., 1978) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1972). Serands clients in Joliet, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James William Glasgow is a lawyer practicing real estate law, criminal law, civil litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1972, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • James practices in Joliet, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James William Glasgow's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

James William Glasgow is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →

Child Support

James William Glasgow is one of 24,688 child support attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child support attorneys in Illinois →

White Collar Crimes

James William Glasgow is one of 20,025 white collar attorneys indexed nationally. Browse white collar attorneys in Illinois →

Domestic Violence 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 Joliet 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 William Glasgow

Where is James William Glasgow's law office located?
James William Glasgow's law practice is located in Joliet, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James William Glasgow handle?
James William Glasgow focuses on criminal defense, real estate, child support, white collar, dv defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James William Glasgow practiced law?
James William Glasgow has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did James William Glasgow go to law school?
James William Glasgow earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact James William Glasgow for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Lewis University
- 1978
B.A.
University of Illinois
- 1972

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1981

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