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Atty. Joseph A. Ricely

Atty. Joseph A. Ricely

Joseph A. Ricely is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, real estate law, zoning law and 1 other area of law.

Wheaton Wheaton 44 yrs experience 44 year
Call (224) 561-4592 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Joseph A. Ricely at a glance

Joseph A. Ricely is a Member based in Wheaton, Illinois, practicing at Joseph A. Riccelli. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, real estate, zoning, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1982). Educated at Washington College of Law (J.D., 1982) and Illinois Wesleyan University (B.A., 1978). Active member of DuPage County, Illinois State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Wheaton, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Joseph A. Ricely is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, real estate law, zoning law and 1 other area of law
  • Joseph A. received a B.A. degree from Illinois Wesleyan University in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Joseph A. practices at Joseph A. Riccelli in Wheaton, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph A. Ricely's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Joseph A. Ricely is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →

Land Use & Zoning

Joseph A. Ricely is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

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

Joseph A. Ricely is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Wheaton 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. Ricely

Where is Joseph A. Ricely's law office located?
Joseph A. Ricely's law practice is located in Wheaton, Illinois. The firm is Joseph A. Riccelli. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph A. Ricely handle?
Joseph A. Ricely focuses on criminal defense, real estate, zoning, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Joseph A. Ricely practiced law?
Joseph A. Ricely has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Joseph A. Ricely go to law school?
Joseph A. Ricely earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Joseph A. Ricely for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Washington College of Law
- 1982
B.A.
Illinois Wesleyan University
- 1978

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1982

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