Atty. John S. Young

Atty. John S. Young

John S. Young is a lawyer practicing adoption, criminal defense, dui & dwi and 8 other areas of law.

Mount Prospect Mount Prospect 35 yrs experience 35 year
Call (224) 312-2683 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John S. Young at a glance

John S. Young is a Member based in Mount Prospect, Illinois, practicing at Law Offices of John S. Young. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, personal injury, criminal defense, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1991). Educated at Southern Illinois University (J.D., 1991) and DePaul University (B.A., 1986). Active member of American and Illinois State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Mount Prospect, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John S. Young is a lawyer practicing adoption, criminal defense, dui & dwi and 8 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from DePaul University in 1986, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • John practices at Law Offices of John S. Young in Mount Prospect, IL

Practice Areas Explained

John S. Young's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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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 Mount Prospect 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 S. Young

Where is John S. Young's law office located?
John S. Young's law practice is located in Mount Prospect, Illinois. The firm is Law Offices of John S. Young. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John S. Young handle?
John S. Young focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, personal injury, criminal defense, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has John S. Young practiced law?
John S. Young has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did John S. Young go to law school?
John S. Young earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1986).
How can I contact John S. Young for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Southern Illinois University
- 1991
B.A.
DePaul University
- 1986

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1991

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