Paul Thomas Whitcombe

Paul Thomas Whitcombe

3.4
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 33 years

Family Lawyer at Dixon, IL
Practice Areas: Family, Criminal Defense, General Practice

223 West First Street, Dixon, IL

About Paul

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Family 50%

divorce, child support, adoption, custody, removal, visitation

34 years

50%
Criminal Defense 35%

DUI defense, drug cases, sex crime defense, expungements, traffic, misdemeanor, felony defense. Tried nearly 80 criminal jury trials.

34 years

35%
General Practice 15%

Wills, deeds, contracts, small claims, civil litigation

34 years

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 200-250 per hour

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 33 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1992

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Paul Whitcombe, Chartered

223 West First Street, Dixon, IL, 61021-1009

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Paul Thomas Whitcombe's Reviews

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3.4 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Posted by Ashley | May 21, 2015

My review

Paul and his staff did an excellent job on my case ! I worked closely with them for nearly a year . I would recommend them to anyone seeking this kind of lawyer . Paul and his staff treated my family like their own .

Posted by Olyvia | May 19, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Professional, Attentive, and Experienced.

Paul is a very professional, knowledgeable and experienced attorney. Paul’s confidence and knowledge of the local justice system made me feel I had the best lawyer for my case. Paul is assertive, trustworthy and reliable. He is prompt in returning my calls and responding to emails. Paul established t...rust and confidence immediately. He did a great job of explaining the legal process, as well as providing sound advice and legal counsel. Paul is very knowledgeable in every area that he practices in. I believe that comes from his varied background. He has worked previously as a State’s Attorney which I believe gives him more of an insight to help his clients. Even though I know how busy he was he always made me feel as if my case was top priority. He managed to get me the outcome I desired in a timely manner as well. I would highly recommend Paul to anyone in need of a lawyer. He is simply put the best.

Posted by Angela | May 15, 2015 | Child Custody

Awesome Attorney

I came to Mr. Whitcombe about custody and child support for my son. We were in a domestic abuse situation with my sons father. My first meeting with Mr. Whitcombe, I told him this is about my son and his safety. Please treat this as my son is like your own child. His response I will never forget. He ...replied, I always do. Mr. Whitcombe has done just that. He has went above and beyond my expectations for an attorney. Even when I've felt things were not going the way I wanted, he reassured me it will work out. It has! He is extremely knowledgeable and keeps me very informed, as I keep him informed as well. You can tell Mr. Whitcombe is very passionate about what he does and he truly cares. I would highly recommend his services. I'm glad to know I have someone like him in my corner for as long as he is an attorney. He is one of the great ones!

Posted by Jeff | May 14, 2015 | Family

best well rounded attorney in the area.

I first met Paul when he was the public defender and I was a police officer. I soon came to admire his professionaism and abilities as an attorney. When he chose to seek the office of state's attorney I joined his campaign. It was during this time I came to understand his philosophy of justice. P...aul is always well prepared and committed to his clients best interest. After leaving the state's attorney office I retained him as my personal attorney. I appreciate his wisdom and abilities to connect with his clients to fully explain their legal options and provide stability in often stressful legal environments. Paul's partners and staff share his commitment to clients and provide a support team that is simply amazing. I also appreciate his commitment to helping clients and not just seeing them as a source of revenue. Having been in private practice for many years, being both the public defender and state's attorney, and handling family law, contracts, wills, and all other legal matters, he is extremely well rounded.

Posted by anonymous | January 30, 2015 | Family

Excellent attorney

Mr. Whitcombe has been an excellent attorney for my family law case. He is responsive and respectful to all parties involved. He has fought for me and my children and he explains everything very thoroughly. He has won for me every time he has represented me in court. I was able to obtain sole cus...tody of my children and when their father stopped paying child support, he again fought for me. Their father was found to be in contempt and ordered to pay my attorney's fees and all back child support.

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Paul Thomas Whitcombe's Lawyer Endorsements

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John Kenefick

General practice lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Paul professionally for more than 20 years. He is a fine person and an excellent lawyer. He has the knowledge, skills and intellect that should make any client comfortable with his representation. I highly recommend him."

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Clayton Lindsey

Family lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Paul handles cases efficiently and with the utmost integrity. I enjoy having Paul on the other side of a case because not only is he personable, but he is an attorney that you can count on to follow the rules and present his case fairly."

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Lindsey Gorsline

Family lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had several cases with Paul. Paul is able to at the same time advocate tirelessly for his client while maintaining good relationships with other attorneys. This skill set goes a long way in the ability to receive the best possible outcome for a client. I I have always found Paul to be extremely professional."

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Timothy Mahoney

Litigation lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Paul his entire carrier as an attorney both professionally and personally. As an attorney he has one of the greatest legal minds I have ever run across. His work ethic and ability in the courtroom is second to none, and he treats his clients like family. As a person he is of the up most character in every way. I could not give him a higher recommendation."

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Robert Thompson

Family lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Attorney Whitcombe is highly regarded by his peers in family law, criminal law and estate matters."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2017

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2017

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

Alumnus of the Year, Northern Illinois College of Law Alumni Council

Work Experience

2004 - 2008

State's Attorney, Lee County State's Attorney

1996 - 2004

Partner, Thompson & Whitcombe, P.C.

1994 - 1996

Associate, Jenner & Block

1992 - 1994

Judicial Law Clerk, United States District Court Judge Paul E. Plunkett

Associations

1995 - Present

Lee County Bar Association

1992 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Education

1992

Northern Illinois University College of Law

Juris Doctor, Summa Cum Laude

Speaking Engagements

2014

Spring 2014

Ethics in Criminal Law

Publications

1994

The John Marshall Law Review Defamation by Will: Theories and Liabilities

1991

Northern Illinois University Law Review Mandatory AIDS Testing and the Fourth Amendment

Languages

English

Activity

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