Atty. Jerald Novak

Atty. Jerald Novak

Mr. Jerald Novak is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui defense, felony offenses and 14 other areas of law.

Grayslake Grayslake 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Jerald Novak at a glance

Jerald Novak is a Member based in Grayslake, Illinois, practicing at Jerald Novak & Associates. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, family law, estate planning, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1987), U.S. Tax Court (1987), District of Columbia (1988), and Texas (2020). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1987) and Northeastern Illinois University (B.A., 1980). Active member of Chicago, Kane County and Illinois State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Grayslake, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Jerald Novak is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui defense, felony offenses and 14 other areas of law
  • Jerald received a B.A. degree from Northeastern Illinois University in 1980, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Jerald practices at Jerald Novak & Associates in Grayslake, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Jerald Novak's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Estate Planning & Probate

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Real Estate Law

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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 Grayslake 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 Jerald Novak

Where is Jerald Novak's law office located?
Jerald Novak's law practice is located in Grayslake, Illinois. The firm is Jerald Novak & Associates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jerald Novak handle?
Jerald Novak focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, family law, estate planning, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Jerald Novak practiced law?
Jerald Novak has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Jerald Novak go to law school?
Jerald Novak earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Jerald Novak for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1987
B.A.
Northeastern Illinois University
- 1980

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1987
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1988
Texas
Admitted: 2020

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