Jackson Edward Donley

Jackson Edward Donley

3.0
Rating: 3.9

Licensed for 44 years

Immigration Lawyer at Springfield, IL
Practice Areas: Immigration, Bankruptcy & Debt, Estate Planning ... +2 more

955 S Durkin Dr Ste A, Springfield, IL

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2016
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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 44 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1981

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2016

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Jackson E. Donley Law Office

955 S Durkin Dr Ste A, Springfield, IL, 62704-8901

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Jackson Edward Donley's Reviews

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3.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Posted by Megan | November 30, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Identity Theft

Severely unprofessional

I turned to Jackson because he was the most inexpensive lawyer. I should’ve done my research. Basically you get what you pay for. I’m sure some of you have really good experiences with this man, but I did not. He is not professional, he doesn’t listen, and he doesn’t know how to communicate. I also i...nformed him my SSN was stolen for employment purposes. He told me it shouldn’t be a problem. I asked him if he was sure because it’s showing a lot more money that I’m making then I’m not. I’m not a bankruptcy lawyer but I’m pretty sure that this is a very important situation. Finally after so many miscommunications he tells me he can’t handle my case. Surprise surprise. When he told me he can’t have me as a client anymore, I was short with him, but I had very good reasons. He called me back to yell at me. Who does that? I can’t wait to see what he’s going to post after this review.Oh and I don’t wanna hear about your wife’s heart attack. I’m sorry that happened to you but I also fractured my fibula. I’m not here to compare tragedies or listen to excuses.

Posted by Debi | March 20, 2019 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Terrible, Rude

Had an initial visit with him, was given paperwork told to come back when all the money was together. Called on a Thursday, heard nothing. Arrived on a Monday for the office hours of 10 to 4, no one at the office. Called left a message when would they be in. I believe I called three times between th...e hours of 10:30 and 1:30. Wanted to get our filing started. Called back to see if anyone would be in the office the following day because I wasn’t going to make another trip out to that side of town. Was informed that he did not want to take our case. Has no interest in representation other than to take your money, seems like a low life.

Jackson Donley

Replied last March 20, 2019

On the morning this person came unannounced and without appointment to the office, my assistant was out sick and I was In court at a bankruptcy hearing. This person wrote an email to complain, and we apologized by email. Then she called to complain again and I explained to her that I had been in court when she "dropped by". She continued to complain, so we decided not to deal with her. We are choosy about who we represent, and have no desire to represent chronic complainers, troublemakers or people who want drama.

Posted by Angela | November 25, 2014

Great Attorney

Jack Donley is a great attorney. He kept me informed and always returned my calls or emails in a timely manner. Great sense of humor also!

Posted by anonymous | October 28, 2014 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Eased my mind.

Mr. Donley helped me through a very difficult period in my life. I was forced to file bankruptcy due to adverse circumstances. He relieved my anxiety, fully informed me about the process, and was accessible for questions through and after completion of my case. He also charges the lowest rate in the ...area for a personal bankruptcy. His assistant Bridget is awesome as well!

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Experience

Rating:  3.9 (Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2016.

Suspension / Probation issued in IL, 2016

updated on 03/23/2017

Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. When the attorney returns to practicing law on probation, the state monitors his or her activities in hopes the behavior will not be repeated.

Education

1981

John Marshall Law School, Chicago

JD - Juris Doctor

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