Atty. Todd E. Schum

Atty. Todd E. Schum

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

Champaign Champaign 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Personal Injury & More Attorney · Serving Champaign, IL · 39+ Years Experience

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 October 2026

About Todd E. Schum

  • 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 Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Todd E. Schum handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Champaign.

Wrongful Death in Champaign

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Personal Injury in Champaign

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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Workers Compensation in Champaign

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 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Illinois →

Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in Champaign

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.

Champaign Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Champaign-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.

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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.

Professional Profile

Why Clients in Champaign Choose Todd E. Schum

Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Todd E. Schum's practice in the field of wrongful death, personal injury, and workers comp.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Todd E. Schum brings 39+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering wrongful death, personal injury, and workers comp, Todd E. Schum can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in Champaign

A Champaign-based practice means Todd E. Schum attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.

Case Types

Common Legal Issues Todd E. Schum Handles in Champaign

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Todd E. Schum has experience with under Illinois law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.

Car accident injury claims
Personal Injury
Slip and fall cases
Personal Injury
Wrongful death suits
Personal Injury
Workers' compensation appeals
Personal Injury
Work-related injury claims
Workers Comp
Occupational disease benefits
Workers Comp
Employer retaliation
Workers Comp
Disability rating disputes
Workers Comp

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Todd E. Schum directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Todd E. Schum's Practice Areas & Specializations

Education & Law School Background

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

Awards & Professional Honors

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

Illinois
Admitted: 1987

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