Atty. Richard Wayne Leiken
Richard Wayne Leiken is a lawyer practicing family law, criminal law, traffic violations and 1 other area of law. Richard received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1963, and has been licensed for 59 years.
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Richard Wayne Leiken is a personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and traffic attorney based in Eureka, Illinois. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1967). Educated at Valparaiso University (J.D., 1967) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1963). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Eureka, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Richard Wayne Leiken is a lawyer practicing family law, criminal law, traffic violations and 1 other area of law
- Richard received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1963, and has been licensed for 59 years
- Richard practices in Eureka, IL
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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 Wayne Leiken is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Richard Wayne Leiken is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Illinois →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Richard Wayne Leiken is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Illinois →
Richard Wayne Leiken is one of 14,506 traffic attorneys indexed nationally. Browse traffic attorneys in Illinois →
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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 Eureka 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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