Atty. Paul Arthur Carpenter

Atty. Paul Arthur Carpenter

Paul Arthur Carpenter is a lawyer practicing criminal defense law, litigation, felonies and 18 other areas of law. Paul received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois at Springfield, and has been licensed for 25 years.

Rockford Rockford 25 yrs experience 25 year
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Profile Summary

About Paul Arthur Carpenter at a glance

Paul Arthur Carpenter is a Member based in Rockford, Illinois, practicing at Law Office of Paul A. Carpenter. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on car accidents, drug crimes, personal injury, criminal defense, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2001). Educated at Northern Illinois University (J.D., 2001) and University of Illinois at Springfield B.A. (—). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Rockford, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Paul Arthur Carpenter is a lawyer practicing criminal defense law, litigation, felonies and 18 other areas of law
  • Paul received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois at Springfield, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • Paul practices at Law Office of Paul A. Carpenter in Rockford, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Paul Arthur Carpenter's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul Arthur Carpenter handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Drug Crimes

Paul Arthur Carpenter is one of 6,966 drug crimes attorneys indexed nationally. Browse drug crimes attorneys in Illinois →

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.

Paul Arthur Carpenter is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

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.

Paul Arthur Carpenter is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Illinois →

Workers Compensation

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

Paul Arthur Carpenter is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp 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 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 Paul Arthur Carpenter

Where is Paul Arthur Carpenter's law office located?
Paul Arthur Carpenter's law practice is located in Rockford, Illinois. The firm is Law Office of Paul A. Carpenter. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul Arthur Carpenter handle?
Paul Arthur Carpenter focuses on car accidents, drug crimes, personal injury, criminal defense, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Paul Arthur Carpenter practiced law?
Paul Arthur Carpenter has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Paul Arthur Carpenter go to law school?
Paul Arthur Carpenter earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (—).
How can I contact Paul Arthur Carpenter for a consultation?
You can contact Paul Arthur Carpenter 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 Paul Arthur Carpenter received?
Paul Arthur Carpenter's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Northern Illinois University
- 2001
University of Illinois at Springfield B.A.
- In Progress

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2001

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