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Atty. William J. Lavelle

Atty. William J. Lavelle

William J. Lavelle is a lawyer practicing criminal law.

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Profile Summary

About William J. Lavelle at a glance

William J. Lavelle is a Cook County State's Attorney Office based in Chicago, Illinois. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1926). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1984) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1980). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • William J. Lavelle is a lawyer practicing criminal law
  • William received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1980, and has been licensed for 100 years
  • William practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

William J. Lavelle's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal 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 Chicago 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 J. Lavelle's law office located?
William J. Lavelle's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William J. Lavelle handle?
William J. Lavelle focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
Where did William J. Lavelle go to law school?
William J. Lavelle earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1980).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1984
B.A.
University of Illinois
- 1980

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1926

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