Atty. Timothy Bernard Cantlin

Atty. Timothy Bernard Cantlin

Timothy Bernard Cantlin is a lawyer practicing wrongful death, personal injury, trucking litigation and 3 other areas of law. Timothy received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 2002, and has been licensed for 19 years.

Ottawa Ottawa 19 yrs experience 19 year
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About Timothy Bernard Cantlin at a glance

Timothy Bernard Cantlin is a Member based in Ottawa, Illinois, practicing at The Cantlin Law Firm. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (2007). Educated at Thomas M. Cooley Law School (J.D., 2007) and University of Illinois (B.S., 2002). Serands clients in Ottawa, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Timothy Bernard Cantlin is a lawyer practicing wrongful death, personal injury, trucking litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • Timothy received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 2002, and has been licensed for 19 years
  • Timothy practices at The Cantlin Law Firm in Ottawa, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Timothy Bernard Cantlin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Timothy Bernard Cantlin handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Wrongful Death

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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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Civil Litigation

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

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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 Ottawa 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Timothy Bernard Cantlin

Where is Timothy Bernard Cantlin's law office located?
Timothy Bernard Cantlin's law practice is located in Ottawa, Illinois. The firm is The Cantlin Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Timothy Bernard Cantlin handle?
Timothy Bernard Cantlin focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Timothy Bernard Cantlin practiced law?
Timothy Bernard Cantlin has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did Timothy Bernard Cantlin go to law school?
Timothy Bernard Cantlin earned their education at (J.D., 2007); (B.S., 2002).
How can I contact Timothy Bernard Cantlin for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
- 2007
B.S.
University of Illinois
- 2002

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 2007

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