Atty. James Woolsey Bruce

Atty. James Woolsey Bruce

James Woolsey Bruce is a lawyer practicing personal injury defense. James received a B.S. degree from Illinois Wesleyan University in 1968, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Hoffman Estates Hoffman Estates 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About James Woolsey Bruce at a glance

James Woolsey Bruce is an Atty. based in Hoffman Estates, Illinois. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on personal injury. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1975). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology (J.D., 1973) and Illinois Wesleyan University (B.S., 1968). Serands clients in Hoffman Estates, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Woolsey Bruce is a lawyer practicing personal injury defense
  • James received a B.S. degree from Illinois Wesleyan University in 1968, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • James practices in Hoffman Estates, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James Woolsey Bruce's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Woolsey Bruce 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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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 Hoffman Estates 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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Common questions about James Woolsey Bruce

Where is James Woolsey Bruce's law office located?
James Woolsey Bruce's law practice is located in Hoffman Estates, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Woolsey Bruce handle?
James Woolsey Bruce focuses on personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James Woolsey Bruce practiced law?
James Woolsey Bruce has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did James Woolsey Bruce go to law school?
James Woolsey Bruce earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.S., 1968).
How can I contact James Woolsey Bruce for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology
- 1973
B.S.
Illinois Wesleyan University
- 1968

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1975

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