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Zachary A. Meyer, J.D. grew up in Du Quoin, IL. After losing his dad to a medical error, he knew he wanted to become an attorney to stand up and fight for those who can’t fight for themselves. He graduated Du Quoin High School and went on to further his education at John A. Logan College, while simultaneously attending Southern Illinois University Carbondale. In May 2017, he earned his Bachelor of Science in Paralegal Studies with cum laude honors with a concentration in Pre-Law.. Zachary attended Southern Illinois University School of Law and served as the President of the Law and Medicine Society as well as the Vice President of Parents Attending Law School. Zachary researched and wrote his thesis paper on Illinois Immunity laws, and Childhood Cancer Funding. With hard work, perseverance, and determination he graduated from law school in December 2019, at the age of 23.. Zachary is licensed to practice law in Illinois and a member of the Illinois State Bar Association, St. Clair County Bar Association, and is on the Zoning Board for the Village of Aviston, Illinois.

With more than 45 years as an attorney, Richard Coffee has extensive family law advocacy experience, including representation on behalf of clients who are current or retired military personnel, clients with matters involving state jurisdictional issues when families relocate, clients with government or private retirement valuation and division issues, and cases involving public education issues.. Prior to engaging in private practice in the MetroEast since 1997, he served as counsel to the Illinois State Board of Education and legal counsel to Illinois public universities.  Richard Coffee is licensed to practice law in the states of Illinois and Missouri and is admitted to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court.. Mr. Coffee received his law degree from the University of Illinois College of Law, holds a degree in broadcasting from Southern Illinois University at Carbondale, is a member of the Chicago Bar Association and the Missouri Bar Association, former President of the Monroe County Bar Association, former chair of the Illinois State Bar Association Education Law Section Counsel, has served as a judge for the National Health Law Moot Court Competition sponsored by Southern Illinois University School of Law.

Thank you for taking the time to review my profile.. I am a long time Belleville, MI resident.  My office is located in the Professional Building (where the Belleville Independent is) on Main Street.  Both myself, my husband, Larry, and my daughters, Alisha and Natasha, are Belleville High School graduates.  The decision to open a solo practice was an easy one and I am extremely grateful for the support of my family and the Belleville community as a whole.  I love the practice of law and I invite you to stop by my office in order to get better acquainted.. My areas of practice are Estate Planning--Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney; Probate; Real Estate/Property Law; Family Law, Criminal Defense. The first consultation is always free and most services are charged on a flat fee basis.. I look forward to meeting you.. Amy M. Eversole

Sarah E. Ward is a Partner with Coffee Ward & Bower, LLP.   Sarah Ward has practiced over 15 years in Belleville, Illinois, primarily in the area of family law and has represented families in St. Clair County, Madison County, Monroe County, Clinton County and counties throughout Central and Southern Illinois.  Sarah Ward has extensive family law advocacy experience, including representation on behalf of clients in contested custody and removal matters, as well as those who are current or retired military personnel.. Sarah Ward has presented at legal education seminars in St. Louis on family law topics, represented family law clients in the appellate court, and clerked for the SIU General Counsel’s Office researching and drafting memoranda on labor matters, bankruptcy and housing issues for the University.. Sarah Ward received her Juris Doctorate from Southern Illinois University School of Law, her Bachelor of Arts from St. Louis University, is a member of the Illinois State Bar Association and the St. Clair County Bar Association, was selected as a member of the National Order of Barristers, a member of the SIU Law Moot Court Board Appellate Division, and was a student member of the Southern Illinois American Inn of Court.

Ryan Wallis Law Firm, which opened in 2016, is currently seeking new clients.  All potential clients will be offered free consultation.. Those who put the most value on open communication about their legal issues, reasonable rates, and determined representation will be most satisfied with retaining this firm to represent them.. Ryan Wallis Law Firm operates out of Peer151 business incubator in Belleville, Illinois, and welcomes all potential clients as visitors, including entrepreneurs who wish to consult on the legal issues that they face.. Mr. Wallis has over 13 years of experience practicing as an attorney.  He has represented individuals and Fortune 500 companies in litigation.  He has worked on cases involving injuries in traffic accidents, workplace accidents, and other injury-causing accidents.  He is also experienced in litigation involving business disputes and contractual breach.  Interested parties and potential clients should contact Ryan Wallis Law Firm using the contact information below to determine whether this firm would be a good match for you.

Reed is a partner at Nelson & Nelson, Attorneys at Law, P.C. In 2008 he graduated from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.  In 2013, Reed graduated from the Saint Louis University School of Law, where his studies focused on civil litigation, workers' compensation, and civil rights under state and federal law.  His practice focuses primarily on civil litigation and workers' compensation.  Just a month into his practice, Reed co-counseled a week-long jury trial resulting in a multi-million dollar verdict for his client.  He is licensed to practice law in Illinois, Missouri and the U.S. District Court in Southern Illinois.. Reed prides himself on working for injured people who need help.  In numerous counties in Illinois, Missouri, and various federal districts, Reed has successfully represented those injured through no fault of their own.. Reed is an avid rugby player, having played since 2002 for the University of Illinois and several teams in the area.  He also enjoys hiking, horseback riding, and the occasional triathlon.  If Reed is not in the office, he is likely pursuing one of these activities.. "Pray for the dead, and fight like hell for the living.". -Mary "Mother" Jones

Recipient of AVVO’s “2019 CLIENT’S CHOICE AWARD”. Attorney Cheryl R. Whitley has over ten years of law enforcement experience. She has served as a police officer; special operations officer; police detective and narcotics investigator. This professional experience from “the other side” has given her a thorough understanding of how crimes are prosecuted and gives her THE EDGE in aggressively defending your case.The Scales of Justice is not always balanced and Cheryl has witnessed many forms of injustice in a system supposedly designed to protect the innocent. Martin Luther King, Jr. said “Injustice Anywhere is a threat to Justice Everywhere.” Witnessing injustice first hand struck a burning desire within Cheryl to obtain her law degree so that she might be that voice to fight for the rights of the oppressed.Cheryl’s unwavering desire to fight for justice led her to the infamous Johnnie Cochran Law Firm where she did her internship. Upon graduation Cheryl was hired by the Cochran Firm-St. Louis as a Law Clerk. For almost three years Cheryl offered her expertise in proper police procedure and in civil rights cases. During that period Cheryl made many successful arguments in civil rights cases on behalf of the clients.Attorney Cheryl R. Whitley is “NOW ON YOUR SIDE” ready to vigorously defend your case.

NATHAN P. LINKS, born in Carlyle, Illinois .. License: Illinois, 2012. Education: Southern Illinois University Carbondale (B.S. in Biological Sciences, 2009); St. Louis University School of Law (J.D., 2012). Member: Illinois State Bar Association, St. Clair County Bar Association.. Areas of Practice:. Mr. Links practices in the following areas of law: Estates and Trusts, Family Law, Real Estate, and Guardianships, as well as General Practice.

Natalie Bower is a Partner with Coffee Ward & Bower, LLP and has devoted her practice for over 15 years exclusively to the area of family law.  Natalie Bower’s experience includes advocating for clients in contested and non-contested divorces, establishing parentage (paternity) and parenting rights and responsibilities for non-married parties, litigating initial determinations and modifications of parenting responsibilities, decision-making (custody) and parenting time (visitation, child support and spousal support (maintenance/alimony) matters, as well as handling Orders of Protection, military divorces, jurisdictional disputes, and asset/property and retirement divisions.. Natalie Bower has represented families in St. Clair, Madison, Monroe, Clinton and Macoupin Counties as well as other surrounding counties.. Natalie Bower is published in and served on The John Marshall Law Review, assisted indigent clients faced with federal criminal charges as part of the Federal Defender Program in Chicago, and clerked for a federal magistrate judge in the Northern District of Illinois researching and drafting court opinions while in law school.. Natalie Bower received her Juris Doctorate degree from The John Marshall Law School in Chicago and received her Bachelors of Arts degrees in Psychology and French from the University of Missouri-Columbia.  Natalie Bower is a recipient of the Federal Defender Program Board of Trustees Award and was a student member of the Public Interest Law Council.. Natalie Bower is a member of the Illinois State Bar Association, Chicago Bar Association, and the St. Clair County, Monroe County and Madison County Bar Associations.

My top priority as a family law attorney is my client's goals.  At our initial meeting we discuss your goals and priorities for the case.  I will then work to achieve those goals.

My legal practice includes representation at all levels of the administrative level before VA through appeals at the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit.  Rpresentation includes veterans and their dependents.  At the administrative level, fees are based upon a percent of the past due benefits awarded if successful, with no fee if unsuccessful.  Before the Court is without charge as fees are paid by the Equal Access to Justice Act.. I retired from the Air Force after nearly 33 years of service as a Medical Services Manager and at the rank of Chief Master Sergeant (E-9).  I went to law school while still on active duty and have had a national practice in veteran disability law since 1998.  I frequently speak and write about veteran law issues.  Memberships include the State Bar of Michigan, Federal Bar Association (Veterans Law Section), National Organization of Veterans Advocates, Inc. (Board Member and Secretary), and National Veterans Organization life member.

Ms. Spector is a Managing Partner of Hicks & Spector, LLC.  She is licensed to practice law in the States of Illinois and Missouri (inactive).. Ms. Spector received a B.S. in Business Administration from The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign where she majored in Marketing and minored in Psychology.  During her time at The University of Illinois, Ms. Spector was a member of Alpha Omicron Pi, the National Society for Collegiate Scholars and served as a student facilitator for the First Year Impact freshman orientation program.. Ms. Spector then received her Juris Doctorate from Southern Illinois University School of Law in Carbondale, Illinois.  Throughout law school, Ms. Spector was an active member of the Phi Alpha Delta legal fraternity, as well as the student divisions of the Illinois State Bar Association and American Bar Association.. Ms. Spector went on to receive a Master’s of Business Administration from the Southern Illinois University Graduate School in Carbondale, Illinois.  While attending business school, Ms. Spector worked as a Graduate Assistant with the Southern Illinois University Center for Innovation and became a Certified Small Business Consultant.  In 2010, as a result of her studies and involvement with the Business Graduate School, Ms. Spector received the Asthagiri Chandra Sekaran Award and was named the Most Outstanding Woman M.B.A. Graduating Student.. Since graduating from law and business schools, Ms. Spector has represented clients in the St. Louis Metro and Metro East areas in not only family law cases, but in a variety of other civil litigation settings,  Ms. Spector also established Hicks & Spector, LLC, with her colleague and friend, Kelly Garrett-Hicks.. Ms. Spector is a member of the Illinois State Bar Association, the St. Clair County Bar Association and the Madison County Bar Association.. She lives in Edwardsville, Illinois with her husband, daughter and pets.

Menges Law is dedicated to providing quality client service and sound legal advice to clients throughout Illinois and Missouri. We will work closely with you to develop practical legal solutions designed to meet your unique legal needs.

Megan M. Nolan, born in 1983 in Belleville, Illinois, is an experienced attorney admitted to the Missouri Bar in 2009 and the Illinois Bar in 2010. She earned her J.D. from Saint Louis University School of Law in 2009, focusing on Civil Litigation. Ms. Nolan's practice encompasses various areas, including Family Law, Divorce, Child Custody, Adoption, Paternity, Probate Estates and Guardianship, Estate Planning, Personal Injury, Contract Disputes, and Litigation. She graduated cum laude with a B.A. in Psychology from Murray State University in 2006. Megan Nolan is an active member of professional associations such as the Illinois State Bar Association (Young Lawyers Division Section Member), St. Clair County Bar Association, and Missouri Bar Association. Her past employment includes roles at Stange Law Firm, P.C, Blake Law Group, P.C, Klar, Izsak & Stenger, LLC, and Goldenhersh & Goldenhersh, PC.

Jerry F. Costello is devoted to handling personal injury litigation cases, concentrating on individuals who suffer injuries due to the negligence of others and those injured in workplace incidents. He is dedicated to adeptly safeguarding the rights of his clients, diligently striving to secure their deserved compensation.

Jarrod Beasley was recently named as a Rising Star by SuperLawyer. Super Lawyers is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high-degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The selection process includes independent research, peer nominations and peer evaluations. No more than 2.5 percent of lawyers in Illinois are named to Rising Stars. Jarrod was also named as an Emerging Lawyer in the area of Personal Injury Law by LeadingLawyers.com. The distinction of being an Emerging Lawyer has been earned by fewer than 2 percent of lawyers licensed to practice in Illinois. Jarrod Beasley received his B.A. degree from the University of Illinois. Mr. Beasley graduated Magna Cum Laude from the Southern Illinois University School of Law in 2001. Following law school, Jarrod concentrated his practice in civil litigation while working for the largest civil defense firm in downstate Illinois. He is licensed to practice law in Illinois State Court and all federal jurisdictions within Illinois. While litigating in almost every forum in the state, his practice is focused in St. Clair and Madison Counties. Mr. Beasley joined Kuehn, Beasley & Young in 2007 and presently devotes his time to a diverse practice including civil litigation, specifically personal injury and products liability, corporate law and appellate work. He is a member of the Illinois State, St. Clair County and East St. Louis Bar Associations. Mr. Beasley lives in Belleville with his wife and two children.

I was born and raised in Belleville, Illinois.  I currently reside in Highland, Illinois with my wife, Wendy, and two daughters, Hayley and Hadley.. I began my legal career at the St. Clair County Public Defender’s office where I defended a full range of misdemeanor, felony, and homicide cases. As a public defender, I valuable courtroom experience and learned the art of trying a case in front a jury.. After leaving the Public Defender’s Office, I spent over 6 years as a defense attorney in the private sector where I specialized in complex civil litigation at one of the largest litigation defense firms in the St. Louis area. I have conducted hundreds of depositions in over 30 different states, argued in countless hearings, and have represented some of the largest corporations in the United States.  I have prepared cases for trial on behalf of numerous corporations in jurisdictions throughout the United States, including assisting a major corporation’s national counsel at trial in New York City, New York.. As a result of these experiences, I saw firsthand how large corporations that put profit before safety harmed people. I experienced firsthand how large corporations and their insurance companies evaluate claims made by injured persons and how they engage in legal gamesmanship to reduce an injured person’s recovery.. As a founding member of Hipskind & McAninch, I focus my practice on representing individuals injured by the tortious acts of others, including cases such as catastrophic personal injury, wrongful death, products liability, pharmaceutical and medical devices and other mass torts.  I also utilize my courtroom and advocacy skills to represent those facing criminal prosecution or family turmoil such as a divorce, child custody issues and other family law matters.. Recently, I was selected as a 2016 Illinois Super Lawyers Rising Star - an honor I recieved in 2015 as well. I  attended Althoff Catholic High School (1998); Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (2004); Oklahoma City University School of Law (2008).

I began my career in 1994 at the St. Clair State's Attorney Office while in Law School, then worked at the St. Clair County Public Defender's office until 1999.  I branched out into Family Law while continuing to practice Criminal Law.  I have participated in many high profile cases including Death Penalty trials. I practice in all the counties below Chicago, Illinois.  My staff and I take pride in atttention to detail and our relationship with our clients.  My office is results-oriented and we know how to get you the outcome you desire. We would like to help you resolve any Family Law and Criminal Law issues you may have.  Call me to discuss your case and let me help you solve your problems.

I am a Past President of the Illinois Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the Panel Representative of the Federal C.J.A. Criminal Defense Panel in the Southern District of Illinois, a founding member of the SDIL's Federal Bar Association chapter, a past board member and current passive member of the St. Clair County Bar Association, and a member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.  On several occasions, I've served as a lecturer at criminal defense seminars in Chicago and in downstate Illinois, where I have taught trial skills and 4th Amendment search and seizure laws to fellow attorneys.  I've been identified by my peers in statewide surveys as a 'Leading Lawyer' in the area of criminal defense.  I handle state and federal cases.. In 2001, my career as a criminal defense lawyer began as a St. Clair County Public Defender, where I won numerous consecutive criminal trials during a six months tenure. Thereafter, I spent a little over a year working as a federal law clerk in the Southern District of Illinois, serving two former Chief Judges, namely G. Patrick Murphy and Michael J. Reagan.  In June of 2003, I entered private practice as an associate working under two prominent criminal defense attorneys, namely the Honorable John O'Gara and the current St. Clair County State's attorney, James Gomric, Jr.  In 2005, I started my own law firm, which still operates today under the name Kuehn, Beasley & Young.. I have obtained several favorable trial verdicts over my years of practice.  Within the past few years, in three separate first degree murder cases, I earned outright acquittals.  In two other first degree murder prosecutions that proceeded to trial, my clients were acquitted of first degree murder and second degree murder, but convicted of manslaughter.  One client received a probationary term and the other recieved a 5-year term to be served at 50% .  Additionally, I recently represented a client at a jury trial on charges of attempted first degree murder and three counts of aggravated battery with a firearm.  He was acquitted on all charges.  My reputation in the legal community as a successful criminal defense lawyer and as a successful trial lawyer is perhaps best evidenced by the fact that several lawyers and police officers have retained my services.. I live in Belleville with his wife, Ashlie, and my three children, Jack, Brooke, and Caroline.

I am passionate about representing my clients to the best of my ability and have been doing so successfully for 25 years.  This has won me the recognition of my peers as a Leading Lawyer in Illinois Workers Compensation and rated as one of the Best Lawyers in America.  I have taught numerous continuing legal education courses to other attorneys practicing workers compensation law and have even spoken as a guest lecturer to the Illinois Workers Compensation arbitrators and commissioners as part of their own continuing educational requirements.. In addition, I believe in giving back to the community.  From running free speed and agility clinics to coaching youth sports to my involvement with Youth Lifeline America, I love teaching our children about the importance of self respect, self discipline, and achieving personal success on and off the field.

I am a lifelong resident of the Metro East. I was born and raised in Belleville in a working class family. My father was a union man, and I, as well as my brothers also belonged to unions.. Like many of you, I entered the work force at 16 and have worked continuously since. I worked my way through school and graduated with a degree in business administration with "High Honors" from Western Illinois University in 1978. From there, I went to law school at St. Louis University and graduated "Cum Laude" in 1981. Upon graduation, I began working in Belleville and have maintained my practice in Belleville since that time.. I concentrate my practice in representing working people in Southern Illinois and Missouri who have been injured at work, in auto accidents, or due to the negligent acts of others.. I treat my clients and my staff with respect and work on each case to obtain the best outcome. If you retain me, you will be hiring me, not a paralegal or junior associate like some larger firms. I will discuss the case with you personally, answer your questions, and personally prosecute your claim.

Finding the right family law attorney in Belleville, Illinois, is important. Family law attorneys help you through some of your most difficult times, touching on some of the most important aspects of your life. Drew Dossett is an understanding and empathetic Associate Attorney at Stange Law Firm, PC, able to assist clients throughout St. Clair County from the firm’s Belleville, Illinois office.. Drew completed her undergraduate degree at Southern Illinois University, earning her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. She went on to earn her Juris Doctorate from Southern Illinois University School of Law. She is currently licensed to practice in the State of Illinois.. Drew was named a Rising Stars Honoree by Illinois Super Lawyers Magazine for 2024, an award that represents no more than 2.5% of lawyers in the state.. Before joining Stange Law Firm, Drew gained legal experience and knowledge working for many different organizations. She has worked as a Law Clerk for the Illinois Attorney General, where she interviewed clients, researched laws and statutes for supervising attorneys, and drafted memos, complaints, and motions. She has also spent time as a Student Worker at the Domestic Violence Clinic, observing court proceedings and reviewing documents and statutes. From there, she worked as a Law Clerk for a firm in Edwardsville, Illinois, where she helped manage over 500 cases for clients.. In her free time, Drew loves spending time with her wife, Theresa, and their family. She also enjoys reading, trying new restaurants, and traveling to new places.. Note: The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely upon advertisements.

Erin specializes in state-level criminal defense at the law firm of Kuehn, Beasley & Young, P.C. Erin started her career as a St. Clair County Assistant Public Defender, where she secured numerous "not guilty" verdicts in felony, misdemeanor, and juvenile cases. She then became an Assistant State’s Attorney, where she secured numerous "guilty" verdicts in cases assigned to the Violent Crimes Unit; she was also the Chief of the Criminal Bureau and taught at the Southern Illinois Law Enforcement Commission. While she was a prosecutor, Erin also taught American Politics at McKendree University. Erin graduated summa cum laude from McKendree University, with a B.A. in Biology and Political Science. She served as captain of the Speech & Debate Team, where she won four Pi Kappa Delta National Championships. She graduated from Saint Louis University School of Law, with a concentration in Criminal Litigation and a certificate in International and Comparative Law. She competed on the Jessup International Law Moot Court Team. Erin lives in Belleville with her fiance, Chris, and their three cats - Scout, Stevie, and Sophia.

Emma Curtis is a Team Leader Attorney with Stange Law Firm, PC. She puts the needs of her clients at the forefront and can assist clients with their divorce or family law matters from the firm's Belleville, Illinois office.. Emma graduated with her undergraduate degree from Maryville University, Emma then went on to further her education and received her Juris Doctor from St. Louis University School of Law.. Prior to working at Stange Law Firm, Emma was an Assistant States Attorney then worked with a private firm totaling 16 years of experience in various areas of law. Emma is also proud to have served in the United States Navy.. The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely upon advertisements. Emma Curtis is responsible for the content. Headquarters office: 120 S. Central Avenue, Suite 450, Clayton, MO 63105.

EDWARD J. BLAKE, JR. was born in East St. Louis, Illinois in 1952.  He has been engaged in the private practice of law for more than 40 years.. Education: St. Louis University (B.S.B.A., 1975); Southern Illinois University (M.B.A., 1977); St. Louis University (J.D., 1978); Washington University (LL.M., in Taxation, 1982).Member: The Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis; St. Clair County, Illinois State (Member: Section on Estate Planning, 1987 – 1988; Federal Taxation, 1988 – 1989; Business Advice & Financial Planning, 1995-1996) and American Bar Association. Madison County Bar Association, National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, American Agricultural Law Association, Illinois State Trial Lawyers Association, Million Dollar Advocates Forum, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys and Top 100 Family Lawyers in the State of Illinois.    Illinois State Bar Association Section Member:  (1) Trusts & Estates; (2) Family Law; (3) Agricultural Law; and (4) Civil Practice & Procedure.. Auto Accident, Bankruptcy, Business, Child Custody, Child Support, Collaborative Divorce, Commercial Real Estate, Consumer Protection, Criminal Defense, DUI and DWI, Debt Settlement, Divorce, Divorce Mediation, Employment, Estate Planning, Wills, Trusts, Breaches of Fiduciary Duty, Family, Foreclosure, Immigration Law, Landlord/Tenant, Legal Malpractice, Litigation, Civil Lawsuits, Military Divorce, Nursing Home, Personal Injury, Probate, Estate Settlement, Real Estate, Securities, Sex Crimes, DCFS, Sexual Harassment, Tax, Internal Revenue Service, Illinois Department of Revenue, Illinois Department of Employment Security, Traffic Tickets, Unemployment, White Collar Crime, Workman’s Compensation, Wrongful Death, Wrongful Termination.