Atty. M. Barry Forman

Atty. M. Barry Forman

M. Barry Forman is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation, family law and 2 other areas of law.

Cahokia Cahokia 51 yrs experience 51 year
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About M. Barry Forman at a glance

M. Barry Forman is a Member based in Cahokia, Illinois, practicing at Law Office of M. Barry Forman. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on personal injury, family law, workers comp, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1975), Missouri (1977), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri (1977), and U.S. District Court, Northern, Central and Southern Districts of Illinois (1977). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1975) and State University of New York at Stony Brook (B.A., 1972). Active member of The Missouri Bar. Serands clients in Cahokia, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • M. Barry Forman is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation, family law and 2 other areas of law
  • M. received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Stony Brook in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • M. practices at Law Office of M. Barry Forman in Cahokia, IL

Practice Areas Explained

M. Barry Forman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases M. Barry Forman 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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Family Law

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

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Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

M. Barry Forman is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

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

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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 Cahokia 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 M. Barry Forman

Where is M. Barry Forman's law office located?
M. Barry Forman's law practice is located in Cahokia, Illinois. The firm is Law Office of M. Barry Forman. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does M. Barry Forman handle?
M. Barry Forman focuses on personal injury, family law, workers comp, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has M. Barry Forman practiced law?
M. Barry Forman has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did M. Barry Forman go to law school?
M. Barry Forman earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact M. Barry Forman for a consultation?
You can contact M. Barry Forman 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.

Education

J.D.
University of Illinois
- 1975
B.A.
State University of New York at Stony Brook
- 1972

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1975
Missouri
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Northern, Central and Southern Districts of Illinois
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri
Admitted: 1978

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