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About Thomas R. Appleton at a glance
Thomas R. Appleton is an Appl. Ct. J. based in Springfield, Illinois. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1976), U.S. Supreme Court (1980), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1984), and U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois (1987). Educated at IIT/Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 1976) and Augustana College (B.A. University, 1971). Serves clients in Springfield, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Thomas R. Appleton is a lawyer
- Thomas received a B.A. degree from Augustana College in 1971, and has been licensed for 50 years
- Thomas practices in Springfield, IL
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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 Springfield 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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