Atty. Jay Eric Johnson
Jay Eric Johnson is a lawyer practicing workers compensation appeals, workers compensation, social security and 5 other areas of law. Jay received a degree from University of Kentucky in 1988, and has been licensed for 28 years.
Social Security & More Attorney · Serving Aurora, IL · 28+ Years Experience
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About Jay Eric Johnson at a Glance
Jay Eric Johnson is a Partner based in Aurora, Illinois, practicing at Woodruff Johnson & Evans Law Offices. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on personal injury, workers comp, ssd, securities, and slip & fall. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1998). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1998) and University of Kentucky (B.A. Political, 1988). Active member of Illinois Trial Lawyers Association DuPage County Bar Association, Kane County Bar Association Workers' Compensation Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Aurora, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jay Eric Johnson
- Jay Eric Johnson is a lawyer practicing workers compensation appeals, workers compensation, social security and 5 other areas of law
- Jay received a degree from University of Kentucky in 1988, and has been licensed for 28 years
- Jay practices at Woodruff Johnson & Evans Law Offices in Aurora, IL
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Jay Eric Johnson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jay Eric Johnson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Aurora.
Personal Injury in Aurora
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.
Jay Eric Johnson is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →
Workers Compensation in Aurora
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Jay Eric Johnson is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Illinois →
Social Security Disability in Aurora
SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.
Jay Eric Johnson is one of 26,311 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Illinois →
Securities Law in Aurora
Jay Eric Johnson is one of 64,075 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in Illinois →
Slip & Fall / Premises Liability in Aurora
Jay Eric Johnson is one of 29,187 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Aurora
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 Aurora 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 venue, 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.
Aurora Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Aurora-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Aurora Choose Jay Eric Johnson
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Jay Eric Johnson's practice in the field of personal injury, workers comp, ssd, securities, and slip & fall.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Jay Eric Johnson brings 28+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, workers comp, and ssd, Jay Eric Johnson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Aurora
A Aurora-based practice means Jay Eric Johnson attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Jay Eric Johnson Handles in Aurora
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Jay Eric Johnson has experience with under Illinois law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Jay Eric Johnson directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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