Atty. John L. Hauptman

Atty. John L. Hauptman

John L. Hauptman is a lawyer practicing criminal, domestic relations, municipal and 1 other area of law.

Sterling Sterling 48 yrs experience 48 year
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About John L. Hauptman at a glance

John L. Hauptman is an Assoc. Cir. J. based in Sterling, Illinois. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, and business. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1978) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar (1980). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1978) and Western Illinois University (B.A., 1975). Serands clients in Sterling, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John L. Hauptman is a lawyer practicing criminal, domestic relations, municipal and 1 other area of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Western Illinois University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • John practices in Sterling, IL

Practice Areas Explained

John L. Hauptman's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Business & Corporate 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 Sterling 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 L. Hauptman

Where is John L. Hauptman's law office located?
John L. Hauptman's law practice is located in Sterling, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John L. Hauptman handle?
John L. Hauptman focuses on criminal defense, family law, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has John L. Hauptman practiced law?
John L. Hauptman has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did John L. Hauptman go to law school?
John L. Hauptman earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1975).
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Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1978
B.A.
Western Illinois University
- 1975

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar
Admitted: 1980

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