Atty. Thomas Everett Jones

Atty. Thomas Everett Jones

Thomas Everett Jones is a lawyer practicing railroad litigation, personal injury, products liability and 1 other area of law. Thomas received a B.S. degree from Southern Illinois University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Belleville Belleville 47 Years Experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas Everett Jones at a glance

Thomas Everett Jones is a Partner based in Belleville, Illinois, practicing at Thompson Coburn LLP. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on personal injury, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1979), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois (1981), Missouri (1985), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri (1985). Educated at Southern Illinois University (J.D. Administration, 1979) and Southern Illinois University (B.S. Administration, 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Belleville, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas Everett Jones is a lawyer practicing railroad litigation, personal injury, products liability and 1 other area of law
  • Thomas received a B.S. degree from Southern Illinois University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Thomas practices at Thompson Coburn LLP in Belleville, IL and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Everett Jones's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Everett Jones 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.

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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

Thomas Everett Jones is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Belleville 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas Everett Jones

Where is Thomas Everett Jones's law office located?
Thomas Everett Jones's law practice is located in Belleville, Illinois. The firm is Thompson Coburn LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Everett Jones handle?
Thomas Everett Jones focuses on personal injury, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Thomas Everett Jones practiced law?
Thomas Everett Jones has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Thomas Everett Jones go to law school?
Thomas Everett Jones earned their education at (J.D. Administration, 1979); (B.S. Administration, 1976).
How can I contact Thomas Everett Jones for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas Everett Jones 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 Thomas Everett Jones received?
Thomas Everett Jones's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Administration
Southern Illinois University
- 1979
B.S. Administration
Southern Illinois University
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1981
Missouri
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 1995
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2009

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