Atty. William J. Corcoran

Atty. William J. Corcoran

William J. Corcoran is a lawyer practicing negligence, automobile accidents, products liability law and 2 other areas of law.

Brookfield Brookfield 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About William J. Corcoran at a glance

William J. Corcoran is a Member based in Brookfield, Illinois, practicing at Law Office of William J. Corcoran. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on car accidents, personal injury, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1978) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar (1986). Educated at Loyola University (J.D., 1978) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Chicago, Illinois State and American Bar Associations Illinois Association of Defense Trial Counsel. Serands clients in Brookfield, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William J. Corcoran is a lawyer practicing negligence, automobile accidents, products liability law and 2 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • William practices at Law Office of William J. Corcoran in Brookfield, IL

Practice Areas Explained

William J. Corcoran's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William J. Corcoran 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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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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Product Liability

William J. Corcoran is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability 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 Brookfield 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 William J. Corcoran

Where is William J. Corcoran's law office located?
William J. Corcoran's law practice is located in Brookfield, Illinois. The firm is Law Office of William J. Corcoran. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William J. Corcoran handle?
William J. Corcoran focuses on car accidents, personal injury, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has William J. Corcoran practiced law?
William J. Corcoran has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did William J. Corcoran go to law school?
William J. Corcoran earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact William J. Corcoran for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William J. Corcoran received?
William J. Corcoran's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Loyola University
- 1978
B.A.
University of Illinois
- 1974

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar
Admitted: 1986

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