James Orrin Teeter Jr.

James Orrin Teeter Jr.

also known as James Teeter Jr., James O. Teeter Jr.

3.0
Rating: 6.7

Licensed for 28 years

Family Lawyer at Rockford, IL
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody

124 N Water St Ste 304, James 0. Teeter Jr, Rockford, IL

About James

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Family 34%

Divorce Cases, Child Matters, Orders of Protection, Post Case Matters, Post Judgement Matters, and Modifications in Boone, Ogle, Stephenson and Winnebago Counties. Two convenient locations: Rockford, IL and Davis, IL.

13 years | 500 cases

34%
Child Custody 33%

Child Custody/Allocation, Child Support, Parenting Plans, Visitation, Parenting Time, Decision Making, Enforcement, Paternity ,Grandparent Rights, Termination of Parental Rights, LGBTQIA+ Child Matters in Boone, Ogle, Stephenson and Winnebago Cty

13 years | 500 cases

33%
Divorce and Separation 33%

Divorce, Temporary Relief, Maintenance/Alimony, Marital Assets, Debt Division, Retirement/QILDROs/QDROs, Tax Considerations, High Income Divorce, Real Estate, Vacation Properties, Business Valuation, Stock Options, Hidden Assets, LGBTQIA Divorce.

13 years | 500 cases

33%

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 28 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1997

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of James Orrin Teeter Jr.

124 N Water St Ste 304, James 0. Teeter Jr, Rockford, IL, 61107-3975

Rockford Family Law

8902 E. Dean Road, POB 188, Davis, IL, 61019

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James Orrin Teeter Jr.'s Reviews

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3.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Posted by Nathan | January 07, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Deceitful and uneffective

Mr. Teeters sold himself as experienced, effective, and willing to be aggressive if needed. He then proceeded lose on most, if not every matter I hoped to address that he agreed were fair and reasonable, but would only respond with being disappointed in the other attorney(s). He was made aware of exa...mples of contempt and ethical violations being demonstrated by the opposing party but determined they were not worth addressing with the judge, and this directly contributing to my loss of all decision making rights by demonstrating that my ex could ignore previous orders without accountability. He informed me that fair changes would be made on how specific matters would be handled, however review of the final decree after the fact showed that these agreements were removed or altered without my consent or knowledge, directly leading to increased financial consequences. He was made aware of efforts to coordinate a smooth transition of insurance coverage for my kids, but "forgot about it," also citing personal matters as a distraction, directly cause me to have to continue reimbursing my ex hundreds a month for coverage that no longer existed but remained in the order due to his lack of attention to the case and delayed motions to change the related orders. It has recently been evidenced by our state that child support was miscalculated to the benefit of the other party, which as been another direct financial consequence of documentation not being reviewed properly.

Posted by Tammy | February 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Efficient and effective

Jim was a godsend in the worst time for me. My first question out of anger was can you be mean? His response was so honest when he said I prefer to be efficient and effective and at that moment I didn't want to hear that but he was exactly what I needed. He is a kill them with kindness and stack full... of motions kind of attorney. For my case it was a perfect strategy because he saw immediately that was what was needed. He is kind, compassionate, and fair with his fees. His paralegal is amazing as well. I was a high strung emotional mess getting a divorce after 21 years and Jim made the process as painless as he could have given the circumstances. He is knowledgeable but will admit if he needs to research and does it thoroughly. He protected me in every way he could find. I can't recommend him highly enough. I have seen friends through divorces and by far mine was handled with the most integrity and as he said in that 1st meeting efficiently and effectively. Thank you Jim for being my advocate and champion the past year.

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Experience

Rating:  6.7 (Good)

Honors

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David Peskin Memorial Award in Family Law, Northern Illinois University

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Magna Cum Laude, Northern Illinois University

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Attorney, Rockford Family Law

Sample of Legal Cases

Tina C., Stillman Valley, Illinois (2022)

5-Stars

Hannah P., Roscoe, Illinois (2022)

5-Star

Jason S., Roscoe, Illinois (2022)

5-Star

Bryan H., Davis Junction, Illinois (2022)

5-Star

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Education

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Northern Illinois University

J.D.

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University of Iowa

B.B.A.

Languages

English

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