Atty. John Joseph Castaneda

Atty. John Joseph Castaneda

John Joseph Castaneda is a lawyer practicing premises liability, auto & truck accidents, workers compensation and 1 other area of law. John received a B.A. degree from Loyola University of Illinois in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Elgin Elgin 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About John Joseph Castaneda at a glance

John Joseph Castaneda is a Member based in Elgin, Illinois, practicing at John J. Castaneda, PC. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on truck accidents, personal injury, workers comp, and slip & fall. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1987) and U.S. Supreme Court (1995). Educated at University of Minnesota (J.D., 1986) and Loyola University of Illinois (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Illinois State Bar Association Workers Compensation Lawyers Association (served as first Hispanic president) Illinois Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Elgin, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Joseph Castaneda is a lawyer practicing premises liability, auto & truck accidents, workers compensation and 1 other area of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Loyola University of Illinois in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • John practices at John J. Castaneda, PC in Elgin, IL

Practice Areas Explained

John Joseph Castaneda's Areas of Practice

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

Truck Accidents

John Joseph Castaneda is one of 4,975 truck accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse truck accidents 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.

John Joseph Castaneda is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

John Joseph Castaneda is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Illinois →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

John Joseph Castaneda is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall 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 Elgin 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 Joseph Castaneda

Where is John Joseph Castaneda's law office located?
John Joseph Castaneda's law practice is located in Elgin, Illinois. The firm is John J. Castaneda, PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Joseph Castaneda handle?
John Joseph Castaneda focuses on truck accidents, personal injury, workers comp, slip & fall. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has John Joseph Castaneda practiced law?
John Joseph Castaneda has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did John Joseph Castaneda go to law school?
John Joseph Castaneda earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact John Joseph Castaneda for a consultation?
You can contact John Joseph Castaneda 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.
What awards or recognition has John Joseph Castaneda received?
John Joseph Castaneda's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Minnesota
- 1986
B.A.
Loyola University of Illinois
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1995

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