- DivorceOur attorneys have a great amount of experience in divorce and family law. Family law includes cases involving children born out of wedlock. Issues in these areas include custody, visitation, child support, medical and health needs of the children, post high school educational expenses and removal of children to other jurisdictions in post-divorce proceedings.
- Child Support
- Child Custody and Visitation
- Criminal DefenseDuring his summer and holiday breaks, Denny clerked for the Eighth Judicial Circuit Judges as well as at BTW, which gave him invaluable experience. Upon graduation from SIU, Denny joined BTW fulltime. His areas of legal concentration include divorce and family law, personal injury, worker’s compensation, criminal law, civil litigation, and traffic matters, including DUI charges.
- DUI/DWI
- Wrongful DeathThe leading cause of injury and death in America is motor vehicle collisions. We have represented hundreds of persons who have been involved in automobile accidents and have obtained substantial settlements and trial awards that would total in the millions. Although many cases are settled prior to trial, it is important to have experienced attorneys who are willing to take your case to trial. As experienced attorneys in handling personal injury cases, we are willing to take your case to trial if necessary. Other areas of personal injury include slip and fall cases, malpractice and wrongful death.
- Traffic Violations
- Business Disputes
- Real Estate LitigationOur office has assisted clients regularly in sale and purchase of real estate, deed preparation and real estate litigation.
- Construction LitigationOur attorneys have trial experience in criminal cases ranging from simple traffic speeding tickets to criminal charges involving death. This firm is geared towards receiving information from clients, preparation for trial, review and research, and preparing and trying cases. Civil litigation includes collections, landlord/tenant disputes, contract disputes, construction litigation and more.
- Personal InjuryWe are a full service firm that specializes in personal injury, worker’s compensation, wills, trusts, real estate, estate planning, divorce/family law, civil and criminal litigation.
- Estate PlanningOur firm has a vast amount of experience in Wills, Trusts, Probate and Estate Planning. From preparation of a simple will to handling detailed probate matters, the firm can guide you with experience and concern to help serve your needs.
- WillsJerry began practicing law in 1976 after passing the Illinois Bar. He attended Illinois State University where he earned a bachelor’s degree in Political Science and History. He then received his Juris Doctorate degree from The University of Memphis in 1976. Jerry’s area of concentration includes personal injury, worker’s compensation, major civil and criminal litigation, divorce, family law, traffic, Wills and Estates and various general litigation and practice including representing governmental bodies.
- Probate