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Jerry A. Tuffentsamer
About Jerry
Biography
The Tuffentsamer Law is committed to providing top-notch legal representation to all of its clients. Personal hands-on attention and communication combined with meticulous preparation paid to every case is what sets the Tuffentsamer Law Firm aside from all other law firms.
The Tuffentsamer Law Firm practices in personal injury, auto-accidents, workers' compensation, employment and labor law, civil rights, criminal law, DUI, real estate, business law, and, wills and estates
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Child Custody
20%
15 years
Divorce and Separation
20%
15 years
Family
20%
15 years
Personal Injury
20%
15 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 250-250 per hour
Contingency
33%-33%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Illinois for 14 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Jerry A. Tuffentsamer
1022 N. Sheridan Road, Peoria, IL, 61606
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Jerry A. Tuffentsamer's Reviews
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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Divorce & Separation
Posted by Jeff | April 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Above and beyond
Always willing to talk and found the best solution between my ex-wife and I regarding the custody/visitation schedule for our daughter. Honest, professional, and hardworking.
Jerry A. Tuffentsamer's Lawyer Endorsements
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"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"An attention for detail; a committed advocate."
"I've sent multiple clients to Jerry for personal injury, medical malpractice, and other suits that I do not handle. He does a wonderful job. I trust him completely because I know that he's not only one of the most intelligent lawyers I know, but he will also provide my clients with the highest level of customer service."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jerry is a dedicated advocate and proficient litigator. I am confident in his abilities to zealously represent his clients in and around the Peoria area."
"Jerry is an excellent attorney. He is professional and treats his clients with distinction. I value his insight and professional opinion. I would refer someone needing legal help in the Peoria area to him without hesitation. He is prompt, courteous, and straightforward in his approach and does not procrastinate."
"I endorse this lawyer. I would have no problem going to Jerry with my own personal legal issue."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Tuffentsamer is an excellent lawyer with top-notch trial skills. I would recommend him without hesitation."
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Experience
Honors
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Business Organizations, CALI
2010
Trial Advocacy, CALI
2010
Ethics Award, Al A. Chesser Scholarship
2009
Ethics Award, Al. A. Chesser Scholarship
2008
Lawyering Skills, CALI
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Attorney/Owner, Tuffentsamer
2011 - 2013
Attorney, The Law Offices of Armstrong & Green
2010 - 2011
Law Clerk, The Law Offices of Armstrong & Green
2009 - 2010
Judicial Law Clerk, Justice Bruce Stewart, Illinois Court of Appellate Court, Fifth District
Associations
2013 - Present
Peoria County Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Illinois Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Phi Alpha DeltaLifetime Member
Education
2011
Southern Illinois University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2008
Southern Illinois University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
If I finished my first dui with court super vision in 2012 meaning it was not a conviction how will the s.o.s. treat my new dui
24 Jan 2019
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Can an insurance company to a gas station only offer to pay for medical expenses and not pain and suffering and lost wages?
16 Jun 2017
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I am on court supervision for DUI i have a petition to revoke i have not done classes or community service yet but have paid hal
28 Jun 2016