Atty. Todd E. Schum

Atty. Todd E. Schum

Todd E. Schum is a lawyer practicing personal injury, wrongful death, workers compensation.

Champaign Champaign 39 Years Experience 39 year
Call (217) 903-4941

Profile Summary

About Todd E. Schum at a glance

Todd E. Schum is a Member based in Champaign, Illinois, practicing at Schum Law Office, P.C.. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1987). Educated at Southern Illinois University (J.D., 1987) and University of Illinois (B.S., 1984). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Effingham County, Illinois State (Member, Sections on: Tort Law Real Estate Law) and American (Member, Sections on: Tort and Insurance Practice Litigation) Bar Associations. Serves clients in Champaign, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Todd E. Schum is a lawyer practicing personal injury, wrongful death, workers compensation
  • Todd received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Todd practices at Schum Law Office, P.C. in Champaign, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Todd E. Schum's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Todd E. Schum handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wrongful Death

Todd E. Schum is one of 28,053 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Illinois →

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.

Todd E. Schum is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Todd E. Schum is one of 49,806 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp 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 Champaign 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 Todd E. Schum

Where is Todd E. Schum's law office located?
Todd E. Schum's law practice is located in Champaign, Illinois. The firm is Schum Law Office, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Todd E. Schum handle?
Todd E. Schum focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Todd E. Schum practiced law?
Todd E. Schum has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Todd E. Schum go to law school?
Todd E. Schum earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.S., 1984).
How can I contact Todd E. Schum for a consultation?
You can contact Todd E. Schum 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 Todd E. Schum received?
Todd E. Schum's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Southern Illinois University
- 1987
B.S.
University of Illinois
- 1984

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1987

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