James J. Laraia

James J. Laraia

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 24 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Wheaton, IL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Litigation ... +2 more

1761 South Naperville Road Suite 203, Wheaton, IL

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 24 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2001

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Laraia & Whitty, P.C.

1761 South Naperville Road Suite 203, Wheaton, IL, 60189-5846

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James J. Laraia's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

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Posted by Mo | March 1, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very Good Attorney

Jay, is not only a good attorney but also a good counselor. He did a great job in representing me in my divorce, he was transparent and always explained things and presented me with options. I trust him and his expertise.

Posted by Kellien | February 28, 2013

Top Notch, Professional Attorney

I hired James in 2011 to represent me in my divorce and contested custody matter. My case was extremely complicated and lengthy lasting almost 22 months. James was knowledgeable, responsive, an excellent advocate, and extremely sensitive and patient to the many questions, as well as ups and downs I... experienced throughout the long process. I would recommend James to anyone.

Posted by Mike | September 18, 2012

A well respected professional and a winner

I have used James for both civil litigation and criminal defense with very favorable outcomes. He is a proven winner. I will continue to recommend him.

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James J. Laraia's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Hudzik

Family lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Vincent Ditommaso

Litigation lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly recommend Jay. We have worked together as co-counsel and he represented our law firm in a complex matter and won the case. I wouldn't have hired him if I dint have complete confidence in his abilities and skill as a trial lawyer."

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Peter Lubin

Litigation lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked as co-counsel with Jay and retained him as our firm's lawyer in a complex business dispute. I can't give a higher recommendation then when our firm had a difficult legal matter we retained him."

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George Frederick

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Donald Ramsell

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"If you or a loved one are in need of help in this area, seek the advice and consult of James Laraia. He is highly respected by the lawyers and judges in our community."

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Joseph Laraia

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Vincent Ditommaso

Litigation lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2013

Pro Bono Legal Service Award, DuPage County Bar Association

Work Experience

2003 - Present

Partner, Laraia & Laraia, P.C.

Associations

2012 - Present

DuPage American Inn of Court

President

2012 - Present

DuPage County Bar Association

Third Vice President

2009 - Present

Justinian Society of Lawyers (DuPage County chapter)

Comptroller

2008 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2003 - Present

DuPage County Bar Association

Member

2003 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

2010 - 2012

DuPage County Bar Association

Director

2008 - 2010

DuPage County Bar Association

Assistant Treasurer

2008 - 2009

Justinian Society of Lawyers

Past President

Education

2001

Northern Illinois University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

Benedictine College (Illinois)

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

Languages

English

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