Atty. Richard Lawrence Canavan

Atty. Richard Lawrence Canavan

Richard Lawrence Canavan is a lawyer practicing consumer fraud law, personal injury law. Richard received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1971, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Wheaton Wheaton 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard Lawrence Canavan at a glance

Richard Lawrence Canavan is a personal injury and consumer attorney based in Wheaton, Illinois. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1979). Educated at Northern Illinois University (J.D., 1979) and University of Illinois (B.S., 1971). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Wheaton, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Richard Lawrence Canavan is a lawyer practicing consumer fraud law, personal injury law
  • Richard received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1971, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Richard practices in Wheaton, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Lawrence Canavan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard Lawrence Canavan 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.

Richard Lawrence Canavan is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Consumer Protection

Consumer protection attorneys for fraud, lemon law, debt harassment, and deceptive trade practices.

Richard Lawrence Canavan is one of 50,607 consumer attorneys indexed nationally. Browse consumer 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 Wheaton 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 Lawrence Canavan

Where is Richard Lawrence Canavan's law office located?
Richard Lawrence Canavan's law practice is located in Wheaton, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Lawrence Canavan handle?
Richard Lawrence Canavan focuses on personal injury, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Richard Lawrence Canavan practiced law?
Richard Lawrence Canavan has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Richard Lawrence Canavan go to law school?
Richard Lawrence Canavan earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.S., 1971).
How can I contact Richard Lawrence Canavan for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Richard Lawrence Canavan received?
Richard Lawrence Canavan's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Northern Illinois University
- 1979
B.S.
University of Illinois
- 1971

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1979

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