Atty. Thomas J. O'Connell
Thomas J. O'Connell is a lawyer practicing divorce & separation, family law, bankruptcy and 1 other area of law.
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About Thomas J. O'Connell at a glance
Thomas J. O'Connell is a divorce, personal injury, family law, and bankruptcy attorney based in Palos Park, Illinois. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1995). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1995) and Purdue University (B.S., 1962). Serands clients in Palos Park, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Thomas J. O'Connell is a lawyer practicing divorce & separation, family law, bankruptcy and 1 other area of law
- Thomas received a B.S. degree from Purdue University in 1962, and has been licensed for 31 years
- Thomas practices in Palos Park, IL
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Thomas J. O'Connell's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas J. O'Connell handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Thomas J. O'Connell is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Illinois →
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.
Thomas J. O'Connell is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Thomas J. O'Connell is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Illinois →
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Thomas J. O'Connell is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy 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 Palos Park 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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