Atty. Jo T Wetherill

Atty. Jo T Wetherill

Jo T. Wetherill joined Quinn Johnston in 1997 and clerked for former Quinn partner, Justice Mary McDade, from January 2001 to July 2002, when she returned to the firm.

Peoria Peoria 29 J. Erfahrung 29 year
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Profile Summary

About Jo T Wetherill at a glance

Jo T Wetherill is a Partner based in Peoria, Illinois, practicing at Quinn Johnston. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on personal injury, estate planning, construction, slip & fall, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1997), U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois (1997), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (2008). Educated at University of Iowa College of Law (J.D., 1997) and University of Iowa (B.S. Political, 1993). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Peoria, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Jo T. Wetherill joined Quinn Johnston in 1997 and clerked for former Quinn partner, Justice Mary McDade, from January 2001 to July 2002, when she returned to the firm
  • She concentrates her practice defending claims of automobile negligence, premises liability and construction negligence
  • Jo also has significant experience in state and federal appellate practice, court systems, insurance coverage and analysis and estate planning
  • She especially enjoys trial practice, arguing motions and negotiating settlement through alternative dispute resolution
  • Moot Court Board
  • Client Counseling Board

Practice Areas Explained

Jo T Wetherill's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jo T Wetherill 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.

Jo T Wetherill is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Jo T Wetherill is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →

Construction Law

Jo T Wetherill is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Illinois →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Jo T Wetherill is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Illinois →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Jo T Wetherill is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 Jo T Wetherill

Where is Jo T Wetherill's law office located?
Jo T Wetherill's law practice is located in Peoria, Illinois. The firm is Quinn Johnston. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jo T Wetherill handle?
Jo T Wetherill focuses on personal injury, estate planning, construction, slip & fall, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Jo T Wetherill practiced law?
Jo T Wetherill has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Jo T Wetherill go to law school?
Jo T Wetherill earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.S. Political, 1993).
How can I contact Jo T Wetherill for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Jo T Wetherill received?
Jo T Wetherill's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Iowa College of Law
- 1997
B.S. Political
University of Iowa
- 1993

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 1997
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 2008

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