Atty. Joseph B. McDonnell

Atty. Joseph B. McDonnell

Joseph B. McDonnell is a lawyer practicing legal malpractice, commercial litigation, probate and 5 other areas of law.

Swansea Swansea 66 yrs experience 66 year
Call (618) 573-0377 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Joseph B. McDonnell at a glance

Joseph B. McDonnell is a probate, estate planning, business, litigation, and adr attorney based in Swansea, Illinois. They have 66+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1960. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1960) and Missouri U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1960). Educated at St. Louis University (J.D., 1960) and St. Louis University (B.S., 1958). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Swansea, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Joseph B. McDonnell is a lawyer practicing legal malpractice, commercial litigation, probate and 5 other areas of law
  • Joseph received a B.S. degree from St. Louis University in 1958, and has been licensed for 66 years
  • Joseph practices in Swansea, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph B. McDonnell's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

Joseph B. McDonnell is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Illinois →

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.

Joseph B. McDonnell is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Joseph B. McDonnell is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

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

Joseph B. McDonnell is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Joseph B. McDonnell is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 Swansea 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 B. McDonnell

Where is Joseph B. McDonnell's law office located?
Joseph B. McDonnell's law practice is located in Swansea, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph B. McDonnell handle?
Joseph B. McDonnell focuses on probate, estate planning, business, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Joseph B. McDonnell practiced law?
Joseph B. McDonnell has 66+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1960.
Where did Joseph B. McDonnell go to law school?
Joseph B. McDonnell earned their education at (J.D., 1960); (B.S., 1958).
How can I contact Joseph B. McDonnell for a consultation?
You can contact Joseph B. McDonnell directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Joseph B. McDonnell received?
Joseph B. McDonnell's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
St. Louis University
- 1960
B.S.
St. Louis University
- 1958

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1960
Missouri U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1960

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