Atty. Joseph Reed Millsaps

Atty. Joseph Reed Millsaps

Joseph Reed Millsaps is a lawyer practicing civil rights law, appellate practice law, federal criminal defense law and 2 other areas of law. Joseph received a B.S. degree from Northwestern University in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Northbrook Northbrook 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Joseph Reed Millsaps at a glance

Joseph Reed Millsaps is a Member based in Northbrook, Illinois, practicing at Law Offices of J. Reed Millsaps. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, federal crimes, civil rights, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1985), Wisconsin (1985), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1985). Educated at Illinois Institute of Technology/Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 1985) and Northwestern University (B.S., 1981). Active member of Chicago, Kenosha County and American (Member, Sections on: Litigation Tort and Insurance Practice Forum Committee on the Construction Industry) Bar Associations State Bar of Wisconsin. Serands clients in Northbrook, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joseph Reed Millsaps is a lawyer practicing civil rights law, appellate practice law, federal criminal defense law and 2 other areas of law
  • Joseph received a B.S. degree from Northwestern University in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Joseph practices at Law Offices of J. Reed Millsaps in Northbrook, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph Reed Millsaps's Areas of Practice

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

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.

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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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Federal Crimes

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

Joseph Reed Millsaps is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Illinois →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Joseph Reed Millsaps is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate 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 Northbrook 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 Reed Millsaps

Where is Joseph Reed Millsaps's law office located?
Joseph Reed Millsaps's law practice is located in Northbrook, Illinois. The firm is Law Offices of J. Reed Millsaps. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph Reed Millsaps handle?
Joseph Reed Millsaps focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, federal crimes, civil rights, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Joseph Reed Millsaps practiced law?
Joseph Reed Millsaps has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Joseph Reed Millsaps go to law school?
Joseph Reed Millsaps earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.S., 1981).
How can I contact Joseph Reed Millsaps for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Illinois Institute of Technology/Chicago-Kent College of Law
- 1985
B.S.
Northwestern University
- 1981

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1985
Wisconsin
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1985

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