Daniel Christopher Kay

Daniel Christopher Kay

also known as Daniel Kay

4.5
Rating: 8.0

Licensed for 29 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Herrin, IL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

1 North Park Avenue, Herrin, IL

About Daniel

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 65%

Includes Child Support, Modification, Order of Protection

14 years

65%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 29 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1996

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Daniel Kay, Attorney at Law

1 North Park Avenue, Herrin, IL, 62948

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Daniel Christopher Kay's Reviews

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4.5 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | February 12, 2015

Talented, precise, honorable, and completely honest....

I have had a couple of lawyers which were extremely horrible experiences; so needless to say I was a bit uneasy in meeting Daniel. I had spoke with Daniel on the Phone and he seemed very honest and forthcoming about information (which is exactly what was needed no BS). Daniel was straight forward a...nd advised me in every aspect of my situation to get the outcome that was beneficial. Daniel put forth towards the case with sensitivity to the situation and made it seem like it was his own situation which helped me feel at ease in him handling the proceedings. There are a lot of individuals out there that will take your money and do the minimum they need to do; but if you want a lawyer that is going to do his job to the end and be there for you when needed (meaning return your call personally with answers to your questions), and having respect for your situation and you then he is the lawyer for you. Daniel was not just a lawyer, but a friend through a difficult time that took the time to care and research my case to make sure he was doing all in his power to get a good outcome in the proper way. I would highly recommend Mr. Kay for legal situations that you are facing. He is fair, knowledgeable, straightforward whether you want him to be or not, and trustworthy these are admirable traits and a rarity in lawyers. Today's society seems to be the least they can do for the most money they can charge; simply this lawyer is not like that. I would suggest highly that just make the call to him and make your own judgement and then you will understand he is not out for just the money, but to help the best way he can! Now I ain't to good with words, and I do like to give people a hard time but this person does deserve recognition for his efforts and hard work that he accomplishes daily for the clients he helps (at least this client). Thank you for all your hard work it is appreciated!

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Nathaniel Elmore

Unknown lawyer | May 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Daniel Kay is a Trial Attorney, who possessions a wealth of experience and knowledge."

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Jerry Tuffentsamer

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Kay is an outstanding lawyer with top notch trial skills. I would not hesitate to recommend someone to Mr. Kay."

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John Delaney

Litigation lawyer | Aug 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Dan & I have worked on opposite sides of Sexually Violent Person's cases in both jury & non jury trials. He was an Assistant Illinois Attorney & I a private defense attorney and he was very capable and knowledgeable regarding both trial & civil discovery. I heartily recommend him for any litigation."

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Jerry Tuffentsamer

Divorce and separation lawyer

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John Delaney

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.0 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Solo Practitioner, Daniel Kay Attorney ay Law

2006 - 2011

Judge Advocate General - Senior Defense Attorney, United States Army Reserve

1999 - 2012

Assistant Attorney General, Illinois Attorney General's Office

1996 - 1998

Assistant Public Defender, Jackson County Public Defender's Office

Associations

Illinois State Bar Association

Education

1996

Southen Illinois Unviersity School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Joint CLE Conference

IL's Firearm Concealed Carry Act for the Busy Practitioner

Languages

English

Activity

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