Atty. Richard David Gaines

Atty. Richard David Gaines

Richard David Gaines is a lawyer practicing mediation, arbitration, general civil litigation. Richard David received a B.A. degree from DePauw University in 1966, and has been licensed for 57 years.

Rockford Rockford 57 yrs experience 57 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard David Gaines at a glance

Richard David Gaines is a litigation and adr attorney based in Rockford, Illinois. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1969), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1973), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1981), and U.S. Supreme Court (1984). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1969) and DePauw University (B.A., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Rockford, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Richard David Gaines is a lawyer practicing mediation, arbitration, general civil litigation
  • Richard David received a B.A. degree from DePauw University in 1966, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • Richard David practices in Rockford, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Richard David Gaines's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard David Gaines handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

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

Richard David Gaines is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Richard David Gaines is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 Richard David Gaines

Where is Richard David Gaines's law office located?
Richard David Gaines's law practice is located in Rockford, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard David Gaines handle?
Richard David Gaines focuses on litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Richard David Gaines practiced law?
Richard David Gaines has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did Richard David Gaines go to law school?
Richard David Gaines earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (B.A., 1966).
How can I contact Richard David Gaines for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Richard David Gaines received?
Richard David Gaines's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Illinois
- 1969
B.A.
DePauw University
- 1966

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1969
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1984

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