Atty. Joseph A. Bartholomew

Atty. Joseph A. Bartholomew

Joseph A. Bartholomew is a lawyer practicing personal injury, medical malpractice, civil litigation and 1 other area of law.

Belleville Belleville 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About Joseph A. Bartholomew at a glance

Joseph A. Bartholomew is a Member based in Belleville, Illinois, practicing at Bartholomew, Shelvin, & Flack, LLP. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1984), U. S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois (1984), New York (1985), and Missouri U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh and Eighth Circuits (1986). Educated at St. Louis University School of Law (J.D., 1984) and St. Louis University (B.S. Accounting, 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of St, Louis Metropolitan St, and Clair County (Member, Medical-Legal Committee), Seventh Circuit, Illinois State, Missouri State, New York State and American Bar Associations American Trial Lawyers Association Illinois Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Belleville, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Joseph A. Bartholomew is a lawyer practicing personal injury, medical malpractice, civil litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Joseph received a B.S. degree from St. Louis University in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Joseph practices at Bartholomew, Shelvin, & Flack, LLP in Belleville, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph A. Bartholomew's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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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.

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

Product Liability

Joseph A. Bartholomew is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Belleville 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 Joseph A. Bartholomew

Where is Joseph A. Bartholomew's law office located?
Joseph A. Bartholomew's law practice is located in Belleville, Illinois. The firm is Bartholomew, Shelvin, & Flack, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph A. Bartholomew handle?
Joseph A. Bartholomew focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Joseph A. Bartholomew practiced law?
Joseph A. Bartholomew has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Joseph A. Bartholomew go to law school?
Joseph A. Bartholomew earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.S. Accounting, 1980).
How can I contact Joseph A. Bartholomew for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Joseph A. Bartholomew received?
Joseph A. Bartholomew's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
St. Louis University School of Law
- 1984
B.S. Accounting
St. Louis University
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1984
U. S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1984
New York
Admitted: 1985
Missouri U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh and Eighth Circuits
Admitted: 1986
U. S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri
Admitted: 1986

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