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William Wytte Phillip Atkins
also known as Bill Atkins
About William
Biography
I prosecuted criminal cases and defended civil lawsuits against County government for twenty years and now I am bringing that experience to my private practice. I handle a wide variety of legal matters affecting individuals, including employment law, criminal defense, DUIs, and personal injuries as well as most other types of litigation.
Practice Areas
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Licensed in Illinois for 30 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Licensed in Indiana for 28 years
State: Indiana
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Location
Johnson, Bunce & Noble, PC
Executive Offices - Parkway Plaza, 7800 N. Sommer St. - Suite 425, Peoria, IL, 61615-1994
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Posted by Syd | November 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Very good Attorney
William is a no nonsense attorney. Don't waste his time and he won't waste yours. He provided excellent representation for my case. Being very unfamiliar with the judicial system, I was absolutely mortified with what I was facing. He kept all my expectations realistic. Even before I provided him with...
Posted by Elizabeth | May 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements
Non-compete made easy
As a young business owner, this was my first experience with having an attorney draw up a non-compete contract for one of my employees. Bill made the experience easy and it was much more affordable than I expected it to be. I feel comfortable knowing that my business is protected because I had this c...
William Wytte Phillip Atkins's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Learned Jurist and a good person as well."
"I endorse this lawyer. Bill has been an effective attorney for the States Attorney's office for as long as I have been an attorney. He is now bringing his expertise to private practice and will be a valuable advocate for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Atkins is a very knowledgeable and effective advocate for his clients."
"Bill and I recently tried a criminal case together and obtained a not guilty verdict for our client. During the course of this case, Bill demonstrated top-notch ability and judgment as a trial attorney. I routinely refer employment cases to Bill as well due to his knowledge of the law. I highly recommend Bill to anyone with a civil or criminal lawsuit."
"I worked with Bill in County Government for seven years. He is experienced in all facets of local government."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Robert Hills
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Experience
Honors
2017
10 Best Attorneys - Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Attorney, Johnson, Bunce & Noble, PC
2015 - 2020
Assistant Public Defender, Peoria County Public Defender
2004 - 2015
Chief Civil Assistant State's Attorney, Peoria County State's Attorney Office
1996 - 2004
Chief Civil Assistant State's Attorney, Tazewell County State's Attorney
1995 - 1996
Assistant State's Attorney, Livingston County State's Attorney
Associations
2019 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationAssembly Member
2017 - Present
Federal Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
Peoria County Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
Abraham Lincoln CourtMember
2013 - 2015
American Inns of CourtMember
Sample of Legal Cases
People v. Clemens
The case was dismissed by the State
People v. Crowder
The case was dismissed by the State
People v. Williams
The case was dismissed by the State
People v. White
The judge found my client Not Guilty
People v. Funchess
The case was dismissed by the State
People v. Shears
The jury found my client Not Guilty of Residential Burglary
People v. Young
The case was dismissed by the State
People v. Boyce
The jury found my client Not Guilty of Unlawful Possession of a Weapon by a Felon
People v. Bragg
The jury found my client Not Guilty
People v. Robinson
The case was dismissed by the State
People v. Williams
The jury found my client Not Guilty of both cocaine charges
People v. Williams
The jury found my client Not Guilty of the Felony of Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance
People v. Lee
The case was dismissed by the State
People v. Milliman
The jury found my client Not Guilty of the Felony of Obstructing Justice but guilty of the misdemeanor of Attempt
People v. Sims
The jury found my client Not Guilty
People v. Sims
The case was dismissed by the State
People v. Sims
The jury found my client Not Guilty
People ex rel. Lyons v. Parker
Parker was not allowed to run for School Board due to his felony convictions
Durham v. McCoy
The jury found the Sheriff (my client) had not unlawfully discriminated.
Eberle v. McCoy
Sheriff (my client) won. Former Deputy remained terminated.
Neuman v. McCoy
Claims against my clients were dismissed
Savory v. Lyons
My client won and a convicted murderer was denied requested DNA testing
Williams v. Tazewell County State's Attorney's Office
Appellate Court denied ISP right to intervene and FOID card was issued as agreed
Kemper v. Tazewell County
County (my client) authority to regulate inoperable motor vehicles and order removal was upheld
Education
1995
Loyola University Chicago School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
Ball State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2022
Lecturer for Criminal Justice Department
Criminal Law
2019
UCCI Academy
State's Attorneys and County Boards
2017
Training for new State's Attorneys
Land Use Regulations for State's Attorneys
2016
Government & Public Interest Seminar
Changes to the Illinois Eavesdropping Statute
2015
Abraham Lincoln Court First Meeting
What Every Attorney Should Know About Election Law
2014
2014 Government & Public Interest Seminar
Ethics
2013
Government Civil Practice
Ethics
2013
Direct and Cross Examination
Trial Practice
2012
2012 Fall Training Conference
Government Purchasing Law
2009
e-Government Seminar
Openness v. Privacy
2008
Public Records and Open Meetings
Freedom of Information Act
Publications
1994
The Bar Examiner
The Grass is Always Greener: A Defense of the American Legal Education System
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Will a background check for a restaurant manager position show my petty theft charge that was dismissed 3 years ago ?
02 Oct 2018
Q&A
Can a teacher in Illinois be fired for being bipolar?
26 Jul 2018
Q&A
What will happen if I am in a mental hospital and miss court will I get a warrant
17 Apr 2017