Atty. Jay Henry Janssen

Atty. Jay Henry Janssen

Jay Henry Janssen is a lawyer practicing personal injury, wrongful death, products liability and 1 other area of law. Jay received a B.S. degree from Bradley University in 1959, and has been licensed for 65 years.

Peoria Peoria 65 yrs experience 65 year
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Profile Summary

About Jay Henry Janssen at a glance

Jay Henry Janssen is a Member based in Peoria, Illinois, practicing at Janssen Law Center. They have 65+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1961. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1961), Illinois (1961), U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois and U.S. Supreme Court (1961), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1970). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1961) and Bradley University (B.S., 1959). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Illinois State Bar Association. Serands clients in Peoria, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Jay Henry Janssen is a lawyer practicing personal injury, wrongful death, products liability and 1 other area of law
  • Jay received a B.S. degree from Bradley University in 1959, and has been licensed for 65 years
  • Jay practices at Janssen Law Center in Peoria, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Jay Henry Janssen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jay Henry Janssen handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wrongful Death

Jay Henry Janssen is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Illinois →

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.

Jay Henry Janssen is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Product Liability

Jay Henry Janssen is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Jay Henry Janssen 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 Peoria 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 Jay Henry Janssen

Where is Jay Henry Janssen's law office located?
Jay Henry Janssen's law practice is located in Peoria, Illinois. The firm is Janssen Law Center. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jay Henry Janssen handle?
Jay Henry Janssen focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Jay Henry Janssen practiced law?
Jay Henry Janssen has 65+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1961.
Where did Jay Henry Janssen go to law school?
Jay Henry Janssen earned their education at (J.D., 1961); (B.S., 1959).
How can I contact Jay Henry Janssen for a consultation?
You can contact Jay Henry Janssen directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Jay Henry Janssen received?
Jay Henry Janssen's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Illinois
- 1961
B.S.
Bradley University
- 1959

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1961
Illinois
Admitted: 1961
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1961
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1970

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