Atty. Joseph John Bruce

Atty. Joseph John Bruce

Joseph John Bruce is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce, child support and 10 other areas of law. Joseph received a B.A. degree from Lawrence University in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Rockford Rockford 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About Joseph John Bruce at a glance

Joseph John Bruce is a Member based in Rockford, Illinois, practicing at Joseph J. Bruce, P.C.. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on divorce, wills, child custody, probate, and family law. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1977). Educated at George Washington University (J.D., 1977) and Lawrence University (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Rockford, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joseph John Bruce is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce, child support and 10 other areas of law
  • Joseph received a B.A. degree from Lawrence University in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Joseph practices at Joseph J. Bruce, P.C. in Rockford, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph John Bruce's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

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

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Wills

Joseph John Bruce is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Illinois →

Child Custody & Visitation

Joseph John Bruce is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Illinois →

Probate

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

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Joseph John Bruce is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law 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 Rockford 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 John Bruce

Where is Joseph John Bruce's law office located?
Joseph John Bruce's law practice is located in Rockford, Illinois. The firm is Joseph J. Bruce, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph John Bruce handle?
Joseph John Bruce focuses on divorce, wills, child custody, probate, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Joseph John Bruce practiced law?
Joseph John Bruce has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Joseph John Bruce go to law school?
Joseph John Bruce earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Joseph John Bruce for a consultation?
You can contact Joseph John Bruce 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 John Bruce received?
Joseph John Bruce's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
George Washington University
- 1977
B.A.
Lawrence University
- 1974

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1977

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