Atty. James William Hanauer

Atty. James William Hanauer

James William Hanauer is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, personal injury, family law and 4 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Aurora College in 1990, and has been licensed for 30 years.

Wheaton Wheaton 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About James William Hanauer at a glance

James William Hanauer is a Member based in Wheaton, Illinois, practicing at The Law Office of James W. Hanauer. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, personal injury, family law, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1996) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1996). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1993) and Aurora College (B.A., 1990). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of DuPage County, Illinois State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Wheaton, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James William Hanauer is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, personal injury, family law and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Aurora College in 1990, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • James practices at The Law Office of James W. Hanauer in Wheaton, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James William Hanauer's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

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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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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

James William Hanauer is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Illinois →

Real Estate Law

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

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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 Wheaton 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 Hanauer

Where is James William Hanauer's law office located?
James William Hanauer's law practice is located in Wheaton, Illinois. The firm is The Law Office of James W. Hanauer. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James William Hanauer handle?
James William Hanauer focuses on divorce, child custody, personal injury, family law, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James William Hanauer practiced law?
James William Hanauer has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did James William Hanauer go to law school?
James William Hanauer earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1990).
How can I contact James William Hanauer for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James William Hanauer received?
James William Hanauer's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1993
B.A.
Aurora College
- 1990

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1996

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