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Atty. William B. Starnes III

Atty. William B. Starnes III

William B. Starnes III is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui & dwi, domestic violence and 1 other area of law.

Collinsville Collinsville 28 yrs experience 28 year
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About William B. Starnes III at a glance

William B. Starnes III is a Cir. Ct. J. based in Collinsville, Illinois. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, and dv defense. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1998). Educated at Washington University LL.B. (—) and University of Illinois A.B. (—). Serands clients in Collinsville, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William B. Starnes III is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui & dwi, domestic violence and 1 other area of law
  • William received a A.B. degree from University of Illinois, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • William practices in Collinsville, IL

Practice Areas Explained

William B. Starnes III's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William B. Starnes III handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Criminal Defense

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Domestic Violence Defense

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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 Collinsville 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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Where is William B. Starnes III's law office located?
William B. Starnes III's law practice is located in Collinsville, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William B. Starnes III handle?
William B. Starnes III focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, dv defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has William B. Starnes III practiced law?
William B. Starnes III has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
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Education

Washington University LL.B.
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University of Illinois A.B.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1998

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