Atty. Joseph William Hanley

Atty. Joseph William Hanley

Joseph William Hanley is a lawyer practicing family, commercial litigation, white collar defense & internal investigations. Joseph received a B.A. degree from Providence College in 2000, and has been licensed for 20 years.

Rockford Rockford 20 yrs experience 20 year
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Profile Summary

About Joseph William Hanley at a glance

Joseph William Hanley is an Associate based in Rockford, Illinois, practicing at Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on family law, business, white collar, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois (2006). Educated at Illinois Institute of Technology Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 2006) and Providence College (B.A. Political, 2000). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Rockford, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Joseph William Hanley is a lawyer practicing family, commercial litigation, white collar defense & internal investigations
  • Joseph received a B.A. degree from Providence College in 2000, and has been licensed for 20 years
  • Joseph practices at Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP in Rockford, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph William Hanley's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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White Collar Crimes

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Civil Litigation

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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 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 William Hanley

Where is Joseph William Hanley's law office located?
Joseph William Hanley's law practice is located in Rockford, Illinois. The firm is Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph William Hanley handle?
Joseph William Hanley focuses on family law, business, white collar, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Joseph William Hanley practiced law?
Joseph William Hanley has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
Where did Joseph William Hanley go to law school?
Joseph William Hanley earned their education at (J.D., 2006); (B.A. Political, 2000).
How can I contact Joseph William Hanley for a consultation?
You can contact Joseph William Hanley 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 William Hanley received?
Joseph William Hanley's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Illinois Institute of Technology Chicago-Kent College of Law
- 2006
B.A. Political
Providence College
- 2000

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 2006

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