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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.

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.

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.

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.

Gregory Shevlin served as an Assistant State’s Attorney at the St. Clair County State’s Attorney's Office from 1988 to 1989. Holding a J.D. with honors from Washburn University School of Law and a B.A. in Political Science and Philosophy from Benedictine College, his legal career spans across Illinois and Missouri, admitted to multiple federal courts, focusing on various practice areas including Construction Injuries, Products Liability, Motor Vehicle Accidents for Plaintiffs, Wrongful Death cases, Workers Compensation Law, and Medical Malpractice. Notable achievements include being recognized as a Leading Lawyer in Illinois and part of America’s Top 100 Attorneys, along with an Honorary Gold Card Membership from the Laborer’s International Union of North America. Active involvement in various legal associations, including leadership roles and significant pro-bono contributions to the Land of Lincoln Legal Assistance Foundation.

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.

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.

Contact. Stan R. Weller is a practicing attorney in the Southern Illinois/Metro East St. Louis area. He established the Weller Law Firm in 2006 after a number of years in private firms, as well as a period with the Illinois Attorney General’s office working in the Sexually Violent Persons Unit. He received his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Wisconsin, Madison in 1992 and his Juris Doctorate degree from the Southern Illinois University of Carbondale in 1998. He is a certified mediator, arbitrator, and former guardian ad litem, but concentrates his practice in the areas of family law and bankruptcy.. Mr. Weller was admitted and qualified as an attorney to practice before the Supreme Court of the United States on March 27, 2017 in Washington DC.. Mr. Weller is a member of BASIL (Bankruptcy Attorneys of Southern Illinois) and has been a featured speaker at the annual BASIL conference. He is also a member of numerous other legal and professional organizations.

Brady was born in Alton, Illinois, and has lived in the St. Louis metropolitan area most of his life.  He currently resides in St. Louis.. Brady graduated magna cum laude from Southern Illinois University School of Law where he served as the articles editor for the law journal and as Taylor Mattis Fellow to help mentor fellow students.  He also spent time clerking for Chief Judge Catherine D. Perry.. After law school, Brady went to work as a defense attorney for some of St. Louis’ preeminent civil litigation firms.  During this time, Brady litigated numerous cases and was responsible for managing litigation on behalf of a Fortune 100 Company in both Illinois and Missouri.. Brady’s skills inside and outside of the courtroom have resulted in countless favorable results for his clients.  Most recently, Brady served as third chair in the James Reef v. Georgia Pacific LLC matter in Madison County, Illinois.  This case was a multi-million dollar toxic exposure case involving experts and witnesses around the country.  Again, Brady assisted in obtaining a favorable verdict for his client.. Brady has also argued and prevailed in Courts throughout Illinois and Missouri.  Notably, Brady garnered a favorable ruling for his client on an issue of first impression in Missouri preventing his client’s employer from terminating him during his workers’ compensation sick leave leading to a multi-million dollar settlement for his client.. As a founding member of Hipskind & McAninch, Brady focuses his practice on representing individuals involved in business disputes, those injured by the tortious acts of others including cases such as catastrophic personal injury, wrongful death, products liability, pharmaceutical, and medical devices.  Brady also utilizes his 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.

Attorney Gary Wangler is well-versed in all phases of civil and criminal trial practice. He handles both jury and non-jury trials. His practice is concentrated in the areas of criminal defense, DUI defense, domestic violence, dissolution of marriage (divorce) and family cases, with an emplasis in child custody.

Attorney Jason B. Going is no stranger to courtrooms across various states.  As a criminal defense and personal injury attorney, he has represented hundreds of clients from traffic tickets to felonies and from slip and falls to motor vehicle accidents.. "I know how life changing these situations are for clients.  They lose sleep over these matters and their family and friends are often affected as well.  When I represent a client, I let them know how seriously I take their case and that I never recommend an outcome that I do not feel is the absolute best possible.  They are given my personal cell phone number and I make it perfectly clear that they should NEVER hesitate to call me any day of the week.  We are in this together and we both have to be fully committed.". If you or a loved one has been injured or is facing criminal charges, please call today.

Associate Attorney at a law firm representing individuals and businesses throughout the Southern Illinois and Central Illinois Regions. Blake Law Group offers a full range of legal services, including Family Law, Divorce, Estates and Trusts, Estate Planning, Will and Trust Contests, Real Estate Law, Mortgage Foreclosure Defense, Business Law, Tax Law, Internal Revenue Service, Personal Injury, Taxes, Workman’s Compensation, Criminal Defense, Civil Litigation/Lawsuits, General Practice, Auto Accident, Bankruptcy, Child Custody, Child Support, Collaborative Divorce, Commercial Real Estate, Consumer Protection, DUI and DWI, Debt Settlement, Divorce, Divorce Mediation, Employment, Breaches Of Fiduciary Duty, Foreclosure, Immigration Law, Landlord/Tenant, Legal Malpractice, Litigation, Military Divorce, Nursing Home, Personal Injury, Probate, Estate Settlement, Securities, Sex Crimes, DCFS, Sexual Harassment, Illinois Department Of Revenue, Illinois Department Of Employment Security, Traffic Tickets, Unemployment, White Collar Crime, Workman’s Compensation, Wrongful Death and Wrongful Termination.

As a trial attorney for more than 20 years, I have focused my on practice on complex civil litigation involving serious accidents and severe injuries. I zealously represent clients in all types of injury claims, including automobile accidents, trucking accidents, motorcycle accidents, bicycle accidents, construction site accidents, and wrongful death matters. Having obtained millions of dollars on behalf of clients that I have represented clients from all over the United States, my focus is to provide the highest quality legal representation delivered in an honest and professional manner in order to enrich the lives of my clients.