I earned my law degree from Southern Illinois University School of Law in 2002. During law school, I received numerous awards and scholarships, including the Phi Delta Phi Award for outstanding achievement in Legal Ethics and the Academic Achievement Scholarship. I also served as a Student Ambassador for SIU’s School of Law and participated in William & Mary School of Law’s summer program in Madrid, Spain.
In 2014, I joined Hupy and Abraham as an associate attorney to work in our Rockford office. With more than a decade of experience, I've handled insurance defense litigation, subrogation and personal injury.
I'm licensed to practice in Illinois’ state and federal courts as well as the state of Missouri. I'm also a member of the Winnebago County Bar Association and the Illinois State Bar Association.
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Personal injury Attorney | Mar 27
Relationship: Co-worker
"Attorney Theisen’s knowledge of personal injury law and relentless determination help to ensure that his clients receive top-notch legal representation."
Personal injury Attorney | Mar 27
Relationship: Co-worker
"Attorney Theisen is a tenacious and skilled attorney who always fights to obtain the best results for his clients. I am pleased to endorse Mr. Theisen."
Personal injury Attorney | Mar 25
Relationship: Co-worker
"Attorney Theisen is an excellent lawyer. One of the reasons he is so successful for his clients is his attention to detail. James knows the law and he knows his case. He also cares about his clients and is receptive to their needs. I endorse this lawyer."
Personal injury Attorney | Feb 29
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
"James never backs down when it comes to helping his clients. He is a tireless advocate who always goes the extra mile to give the best possible representation to clients. He also is known for his highly ethical approach to the law. I highly endorse this attorney."
Personal injury Attorney | Dec 14
Relationship: Co-worker
"I highly endorse this lawyer. Attorney James Theisen and I have worked together on many matters. Attorney Theisen is a passionate advocate for his clients and is always willing to do whatever it takes to get the best results."