Atty. Joel S. Kessler

Atty. Joel S. Kessler

Joel S. Kessler is a lawyer practicing criminal law, divorce, personal injury.

Chicago Chicago 57 yrs experience 57 year
Call (312) 625-2017 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Joel S. Kessler at a glance

Joel S. Kessler is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Law Offices of Joel S. Kessler. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on divorce, personal injury, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1969) and Florida (1975). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology J.D. (—) and University of Illinois B.A. (—). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Joel S. Kessler is a lawyer practicing criminal law, divorce, personal injury
  • Joel received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • Joel practices at Law Offices of Joel S. Kessler in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Joel S. Kessler's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

Joel S. Kessler is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce 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.

Joel S. Kessler is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Joel S. Kessler is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense 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 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 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 Joel S. Kessler

Where is Joel S. Kessler's law office located?
Joel S. Kessler's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Law Offices of Joel S. Kessler. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joel S. Kessler handle?
Joel S. Kessler focuses on divorce, personal injury, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Joel S. Kessler practiced law?
Joel S. Kessler has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did Joel S. Kessler go to law school?
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Education

Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology J.D.
- In Progress
University of Illinois B.A.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1969
Florida
Admitted: 1975

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