Atty. Michael James McDonald
Michael James McDonald is a lawyer practicing personal injury, civil litigation, criminal law and 1 other area of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from St.
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Michael James McDonald is a Member based in Godfrey, Illinois, practicing at Cooper & McDonald. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1972), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1974), Illinois (1975), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois (1978). Educated at St. Louis University (J.D., 1972) and St. Benedict's College (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Alton-Wood River (President, 1988-1989), Jersey County, Illinois State and American Bar Associations The Missouri Bar. Serands clients in Godfrey, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Michael James McDonald is a lawyer practicing personal injury, civil litigation, criminal law and 1 other area of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from St. Benedict's College in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
- Michael practices at Cooper & McDonald in Godfrey, IL
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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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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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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Michael James McDonald is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Illinois →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Michael James McDonald is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →
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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 Godfrey 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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