James W. Ackerman

James W. Ackerman

5.0
Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 39 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Springfield, IL
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Probate, Debt Collection

2601 S. Fifth Street, Springfield, IL

About James

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 200-300 per hour

Contingency

20%-50%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 39 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1986

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Ackerman James W Attorney

2601 S. Fifth Street, Springfield, IL, 62703

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James W. Ackerman's Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | November 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Hired for workman's compensation

I was skeptical of lawyers after being burned once before, however to my surprise Mr. Ackerman was wonder. He answered all my questions, was efficient, and most importantly always kept me in the loop of what was going on and where we were headed. If I had questions he always returned my phone call ...the same, which was great. I would definitely recommend Mr. Ackerman. I really appreciate all his effort and knowledge he used to help me. Your not going to go wrong choosing Mr. Ackerman.

Posted by Thomas | December 31, 2015 | Probate

Estate Settlement

I reached out to Ackerman Law Offices for advice in settling an estate. Scheduling time with Mr. Ackerman was very simple. Provided solid advice to my questions and was a pleasure to work with. Would definitely recommend Ackerman Law Offices to others.

Posted by anonymous | August 01, 2013

Work Comp issue

Jim is extremely knowledgeable, efficient and great to work with; he is successful at representing his clients in an effective manner. I would highly recommend him.

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James W. Ackerman's Lawyer Endorsements

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Todd Goebel

Unknown lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I refer cases to him without hesitation."

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Sara Mayo Vig

Unknown lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ted Harvatin

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jim is a knowledgeable lawyer who receives the optimum result for his clients because the insurance industry knows he will take them to trial if they do not behave reasonably."

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Kevin Linder

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jim is an excellent attorney who cares about his clients. He has excellent trial skills and is an aggressive attorney who works hard to get the best results for his clients. He is well respected in the legal community and if you have a difficult case you should feel very comfortable consulting Jim and his staff."

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William Vig

Unknown lawyer | Jan 02

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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William Vig

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Medical malpractice lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

Work Experience

1989 - Present

Attorney, Ackerman Law Office

Associations

Illinois Trial Lawyers Association

Board of Governors

Education

1986

Valparaiso University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2014

Shotgun Seminar

Tort Case Law Update

2013

Illinois Trial Lawyers Seminar

Closing Arguments

2009

Evidence Seminar

Evidence

2008

Taking a case to trial

Trial

Languages

English

Activity

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