Atty. Richard E. Salmi
Richard E. Salmi is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, personal injury, automobile accidents and 6 other areas of law.
Automobile Accidents & More Attorney · Serving Fairview Heights, IL · 31+ Years Experience
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About Richard E. Salmi at a Glance
Richard E. Salmi is a Partner based in Fairview Heights, Illinois, practicing at Jerome, Salmi & Kopis, LLC. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1995), Illinois (2001), and Missouri (2002). Educated at Marquette University School of Law (J.D., 1995) and University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign (B.S. Economics, 1991). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Fairview Heights, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Richard E. Salmi
- Richard E. Salmi is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, personal injury, automobile accidents and 6 other areas of law
- Richard E. received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign in 1991, and has been licensed for 31 years
- Richard E. practices at Jerome, Salmi & Kopis, LLC in Fairview Heights, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Richard E. Salmi's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard E. Salmi handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Fairview Heights.
Car Accidents in Fairview Heights
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
Richard E. Salmi is one of 36,434 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Illinois →
Truck Accidents in Fairview Heights
Richard E. Salmi is one of 4,910 truck accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse truck accidents attorneys in Illinois →
Wrongful Death in Fairview Heights
Richard E. Salmi is one of 30,932 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Illinois →
Personal Injury in Fairview Heights
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 E. Salmi is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →
Workers Compensation in Fairview Heights
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Richard E. Salmi is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Fairview Heights
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 Fairview Heights 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 venue, 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.
Fairview Heights Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Fairview Heights-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Fairview Heights Choose Richard E. Salmi
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Richard E. Salmi's practice in the field of car accidents, truck accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, and workers comp.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Richard E. Salmi brings 31+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Wisconsin, Illinois, and Missouri, Richard E. Salmi can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents, truck accidents, and wrongful death, Richard E. Salmi can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Fairview Heights
A Fairview Heights-based practice means Richard E. Salmi attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Richard E. Salmi Handles in Fairview Heights
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Richard E. Salmi has experience with under Illinois law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Richard E. Salmi directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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