Atty. Jay Julius Zanton

Atty. Jay Julius Zanton

Jay Julius Zanton is a lawyer practicing personal injury, family law, labor and employment. Jay received a B.A. degree from Eastern Illinois University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Centralia Centralia 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Jay Julius Zanton at a glance

Jay Julius Zanton is a Member based in Centralia, Illinois, practicing at Jay J. Zanton. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on personal injury, family law, and employment. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1987). Educated at University of Louisville (J.D., 1987) and Eastern Illinois University (B.A., 1984). Active member of Jefferson County and Illinois State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Centralia, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jay Julius Zanton is a lawyer practicing personal injury, family law, labor and employment
  • Jay received a B.A. degree from Eastern Illinois University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Jay practices at Jay J. Zanton in Centralia, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Jay Julius Zanton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jay Julius Zanton 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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Family Law

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

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Jay Julius Zanton is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment 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 Centralia 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 Julius Zanton

Where is Jay Julius Zanton's law office located?
Jay Julius Zanton's law practice is located in Centralia, Illinois. The firm is Jay J. Zanton. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jay Julius Zanton handle?
Jay Julius Zanton focuses on personal injury, family law, employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Jay Julius Zanton practiced law?
Jay Julius Zanton has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Jay Julius Zanton go to law school?
Jay Julius Zanton earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact Jay Julius Zanton for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Louisville
- 1987
B.A.
Eastern Illinois University
- 1984

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1987

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