Atty. John J. Boyd

Atty. John J. Boyd

John J. Boyd is a lawyer practicing general civil trial law, real estate law, criminal defense law and 1 other area of law.

Kankakee Kankakee 37 yrs experience 37 year
Call (309) 718-8598 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John J. Boyd at a glance

John J. Boyd is a Kankakee Co. State's Atty. based in Kankakee, Illinois. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, real estate, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1989). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1989) and Eastern Illinois University (B.A., 1984). Serands clients in Kankakee, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John J. Boyd is a lawyer practicing general civil trial law, real estate law, criminal defense law and 1 other area of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Eastern Illinois University in 1984, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • John practices in Kankakee, IL

Practice Areas Explained

John J. Boyd's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John J. Boyd handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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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Real Estate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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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 Kankakee 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 J. Boyd

Where is John J. Boyd's law office located?
John J. Boyd's law practice is located in Kankakee, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John J. Boyd handle?
John J. Boyd focuses on criminal defense, real estate, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has John J. Boyd practiced law?
John J. Boyd has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did John J. Boyd go to law school?
John J. Boyd earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact John J. Boyd for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1989
B.A.
Eastern Illinois University
- 1984

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1989

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