Atty. John Brooks Hensley

Atty. John Brooks Hensley

John Brooks Hensley is a lawyer practicing traffic including dui, divorce, family law and 15 other areas of law. John received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1973, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Champaign Champaign 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About John Brooks Hensley at a glance

John Brooks Hensley is a Member based in Champaign, Illinois, practicing at Hensley Law Office. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on divorce, dui/dwi, child custody, personal injury, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1982), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1982), and U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois (1983). Educated at DePaul University College of Law (J.D., 1982) and University of Illinois (B.S., 1973). Serands clients in Champaign, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Brooks Hensley is a lawyer practicing traffic including dui, divorce, family law and 15 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1973, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • John practices at Hensley Law Office in Champaign, IL

Practice Areas Explained

John Brooks Hensley's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Brooks Hensley 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.

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DUI / DWI Defense

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Child Custody & Visitation

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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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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 Champaign 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 John Brooks Hensley

Where is John Brooks Hensley's law office located?
John Brooks Hensley's law practice is located in Champaign, Illinois. The firm is Hensley Law Office. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Brooks Hensley handle?
John Brooks Hensley focuses on divorce, dui/dwi, child custody, personal injury, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has John Brooks Hensley practiced law?
John Brooks Hensley has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did John Brooks Hensley go to law school?
John Brooks Hensley earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.S., 1973).
How can I contact John Brooks Hensley for a consultation?
You can contact John Brooks Hensley directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Education

J.D.
DePaul University College of Law
- 1982
B.S.
University of Illinois
- 1973

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 1983

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