Atty. Patrick J. Prendergast

Atty. Patrick J. Prendergast

Patrick J. Prendergast is a lawyer.

Murphysboro Murphysboro 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Patrick J. Prendergast is an Asst. States Atty. based in Murphysboro, Illinois. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1980). Educated at Southern Illinois University J.D. (—) and Southern Illinois University B.A. (—). Serands clients in Murphysboro, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Patrick J. Prendergast is a lawyer
  • Patrick received a B.A. degree from Southern Illinois University, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Patrick practices in Murphysboro, IL

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 Murphysboro 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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Patrick J. Prendergast's law practice is located in Murphysboro, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Patrick J. Prendergast has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
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Education

Southern Illinois University J.D.
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Southern Illinois University B.A.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1980

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