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About Joel F. Handler at a glance
Joel F. Handler is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Joel F. Handler. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on wills, wrongful termination, personal injury, family law, and employment. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1975) and Indiana (2010). Educated at DePaul University College of Law (J.D., 1975) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago and Illinois State Bar Associations National Employment Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joel F. Handler handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Joel F. Handler is one of 32,113 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Illinois →
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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.
Joel F. Handler is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Joel F. Handler is one of 167,063 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Illinois →
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Joel F. Handler is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →
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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 Chicago 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.
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