Atty. William S. Wigoda

Atty. William S. Wigoda

Veteran's Pro Bono Service Award, Supreme Court of State of Illinois and John Marshall Law School. Author: School Board Liability for Sports Related Injuries, Residential Real Estate Taxation; Broker Liability for Undisclosed Defects; Drug Testing - What You Need to Know and What May Be Not Be What You Need - ISBA Family Law Section Counsel Journal.

Chicago Chicago 52 yrs experience 52 year
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About William S. Wigoda at a glance

William S. Wigoda is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Jakubs & Wigoda, LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on family law, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. District Court, Western District of (1974). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1974) and Roosevelt University (B.S. Business, 1969). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

Veteran's Pro Bono Service Award, Supreme Court of State of Illinois and John Marshall Law School

Author

  • School Board Liability for Sports Related Injuries, Residential Real Estate Taxation
  • Broker Liability for Undisclosed Defects
  • Drug Testing - What You Need to Know and What May Be Not Be What You Need - ISBA Family Law Section Counsel Journal
  • Faculty, Illinois Continuing Legal Education, Working with Experts
  • Guest Lecturer, Alliance of American Insurance Companies, North Shore Real Estate Board

Lecturer

  • Illinois State Bar Association, Family Law Section Counsel, Jurisdictional and Standing Distinctions between the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act, the Probate Act, the Parentage Act and the Juvenile Court Act
  • Kent Law School, Family Law Clinic, Civility and the New Rules of Professional Conduct
  • John Marshall Law School, Veterans Legal Clinic, Symposium: The Effects of Divorce on Veterans and Active Duty and Reserved Personnel
  • Chicago Bar Association, Decalogue Society of Lawyers and Cook County Bar Association, Proposed Legislation on Civil Unions and Rights of Unmarried Couples
  • Former Member and Volunteer, The John Howard Association
  • Member of Board of Managers, Decalogue Society of Lawyers
  • General Counsel, Illinois Fatherhood Initiative

Professional Experience

  • Law Offices of Jakubs • Wigoda, LLP, 2002—
  • Law Offices of Marcus, Perres, Campanale & Wigoda, 1996-1999
  • Law Offices of William S. Wigoda, LTD, 1995-1996
  • Law Office of Wolin & Wigoda, 1991-1993
  • Conklin & Adler, LTD., 1985-1991
  • Law Office of Wigoda & Wigoda, 1983-1985
  • Law Office of William S. Wigoda, 1979-1983
  • Illinois Secretary of State
  • 1979-1983
  • Assistant Corporation Counsel, City of Chicago, 1974-1979

Practice Areas Explained

William S. Wigoda's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William S. Wigoda

Where is William S. Wigoda's law office located?
William S. Wigoda's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Jakubs & Wigoda, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William S. Wigoda handle?
William S. Wigoda focuses on family law, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has William S. Wigoda practiced law?
William S. Wigoda has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did William S. Wigoda go to law school?
William S. Wigoda earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.S. Business, 1969).
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Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1974
B.S. Business
Roosevelt University
- 1969

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. District Court, Western District of
Admitted: 1974

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