Atty. Peter M. Schlax

Atty. Peter M. Schlax

Assistant States Attorney, Lake County, 1986-1988. Lecturer, " Worker's Compensation Issues," Lake County Civil Practice Committee Seminar, 2005.

Libertyville Libertyville 40 J. Erfahrung 40 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter M. Schlax at a glance

Peter M. Schlax is a Member based in Libertyville, Illinois, practicing at Dudley & Lake LLC. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on personal injury, workers comp, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1986). Educated at University of Illinois at Champaign (J.D., 1986) and University of California at Berkeley (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Lake County (Chairman, Legal Aid Committee, 2003-2006) and Illinois State Bar Associations Worker's Compensation Lawyers Association Million Dollar Advocate Forum. Serands clients in Libertyville, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Über uns

  • Assistant States Attorney, Lake County, 1986-1988
  • Lecturer, " Worker's Compensation Issues," Lake County Civil Practice Committee Seminar, 2005
  • Board of Directors, 2004-2011 and President, 2006-2011, Prairie State Legal Services
  • Certified Mediator, Arbitrator, 19th Judicial Circuit Committee, Civil Practice

Practice Areas Explained

Peter M. Schlax's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter M. Schlax 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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Workers Compensation

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

Peter M. Schlax 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 Libertyville 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 Peter M. Schlax

Where is Peter M. Schlax's law office located?
Peter M. Schlax's law practice is located in Libertyville, Illinois. The firm is Dudley & Lake LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter M. Schlax handle?
Peter M. Schlax focuses on personal injury, workers comp, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Peter M. Schlax practiced law?
Peter M. Schlax has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Peter M. Schlax go to law school?
Peter M. Schlax earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Peter M. Schlax for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Peter M. Schlax received?
Peter M. Schlax's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Illinois at Champaign
- 1986
B.A.
University of California at Berkeley
- 1982

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1986

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