Atty. Thomas James Riggs
Thomas James Riggs is a lawyer practicing personal injury, criminal, real estate and 1 other area of law. Thomas received a B.S. degree from Loyola University in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years.
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Thomas James Riggs is a personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and real estate attorney based in Wheaton, Illinois. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1968). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1968) and Loyola University (B.S., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Wheaton, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Thomas James Riggs is a lawyer practicing personal injury, criminal, real estate and 1 other area of law
- Thomas received a B.S. degree from Loyola University in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years
- Thomas practices in Wheaton, 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.
Thomas James Riggs 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.
Thomas James Riggs is one of 214,271 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.
Thomas James Riggs is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Illinois →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Thomas James Riggs is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 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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