Atty. Richard David Keys

Atty. Richard David Keys

Richard David Keys is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation, criminal defense and 6 other areas of law. Richard received a B.A. degree from Augustana College in 1986, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Rock Island Rock Island 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard David Keys at a glance

Richard David Keys is a Member based in Rock Island, Illinois, practicing at Keys Law Offices, PC. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1991), U.S. District Court, Northern and Central Districts of Illinois (1991), Iowa (1992), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa (1992). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1991) and Augustana College (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Rock Island County, Scott County, Illinois State, Iowa State and American Bar Associations Illinois Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Rock Island, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Richard David Keys is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation, criminal defense and 6 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from Augustana College in 1986, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Richard practices at Keys Law Offices, PC in Rock Island, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Richard David Keys's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard David Keys 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.

Richard David Keys is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Illinois →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Richard David Keys is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Illinois →

Wrongful Death

Richard David Keys is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death 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.

Richard David Keys 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.

Richard David Keys is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense 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 Rock Island 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 Keys

Where is Richard David Keys's law office located?
Richard David Keys's law practice is located in Rock Island, Illinois. The firm is Keys Law Offices, PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard David Keys handle?
Richard David Keys focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Richard David Keys practiced law?
Richard David Keys has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Richard David Keys go to law school?
Richard David Keys earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1986).
How can I contact Richard David Keys for a consultation?
You can contact Richard David Keys 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 Richard David Keys received?
Richard David Keys's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1991
B.A.
Augustana College
- 1986

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Northern and Central Districts of Illinois
Admitted: 1991
Iowa
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa
Admitted: 1992

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