Atty. Joel William Ostrander

Atty. Joel William Ostrander

Joel William Ostrander is a lawyer practicing corporate law, personal injury, criminal defense law and 2 other areas of law. Joel received a A.B. degree from Loyola University in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Oak Park Oak Park 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About Joel William Ostrander at a glance

Joel William Ostrander is a personal injury, criminal defense, business, and litigation attorney based in Oak Park, Illinois. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1975), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar (1975), U.S. Court of Military Appeals (1976), and U.S. Supreme Court (1979). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1975) and Loyola University (A.B., 1972). Serands clients in Oak Park, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joel William Ostrander is a lawyer practicing corporate law, personal injury, criminal defense law and 2 other areas of law
  • Joel received a A.B. degree from Loyola University in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Joel practices in Oak Park, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Joel William Ostrander's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joel William Ostrander 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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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.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Joel William Ostrander is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Oak Park 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 William Ostrander

Where is Joel William Ostrander's law office located?
Joel William Ostrander's law practice is located in Oak Park, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joel William Ostrander handle?
Joel William Ostrander focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Joel William Ostrander practiced law?
Joel William Ostrander has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Joel William Ostrander go to law school?
Joel William Ostrander earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (A.B., 1972).
How can I contact Joel William Ostrander for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1975
A.B.
Loyola University
- 1972

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Court of Military Appeals
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1979

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