Atty. John Randall Cox

Atty. John Randall Cox

John Randall Cox is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, administrative law/regulatory law, civil rights and 6 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Knox College in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Springfield Springfield 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About John Randall Cox at a glance

John Randall Cox is a Member based in Springfield, Illinois, practicing at Feldman, Wasser, Draper & Cox. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on contracts, criminal defense, family law, bankruptcy, and construction. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1991), U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois (1992), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1994), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar (1997). Educated at Southern Illinois University (J.D., 1991) and Knox College (B.A., 1988). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Sangamon County and Illinois State (Member: Committee on Legal Education, Admission and Competence, 2001-2002 Standing Committee on Continuing Legal Education, 2002— Traffic Laws and Courts, 2006—) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Springfield, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Randall Cox is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, administrative law/regulatory law, civil rights and 6 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Knox College in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • John practices at Feldman, Wasser, Draper & Cox in Springfield, IL

Practice Areas Explained

John Randall Cox's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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Construction 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 Springfield 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 Randall Cox

Where is John Randall Cox's law office located?
John Randall Cox's law practice is located in Springfield, Illinois. The firm is Feldman, Wasser, Draper & Cox. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Randall Cox handle?
John Randall Cox focuses on contracts, criminal defense, family law, bankruptcy, construction. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has John Randall Cox practiced law?
John Randall Cox has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did John Randall Cox go to law school?
John Randall Cox earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact John Randall Cox for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Randall Cox received?
John Randall Cox's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Southern Illinois University
- 1991
B.A.
Knox College
- 1988

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois
Admitted: 2003

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