17+ Years
Legal Experience
About Joel P. Brown
Joel P. Brown commenced his legal career in 2008 and quickly established his own law office in 2009, concentrating on criminal law, traffic law, and family law. By 2010, Joel transitioned to a role as an Assistant State's Legal Counsel with the Will County State's Attorney's Office. During his tenure there, he prosecuted thousands of DUI cases, as well as numerous domestic battery and various traffic-related criminal cases. Joel departed from the Will County State's Attorney's Office in January 2016.
Currently, Joel practices in the areas of criminal law, DUI law, family and divorce law, and probate law. He holds a Juris Doctorate from the University of Iowa, earned in 2007, and a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from Iowa State University, completed in 1997. His educational journey began at Crete-Monee High School, where he graduated in 1993.
Outside of his professional commitments, Joel enjoys cooking, dining, and indulging in science fiction and historical fiction literature.
The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.
Practice Areas
Illinois Car Accident Laws
Understanding Illinois's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:
Statute of Limitations
2 years
Time limit to file a claim
Negligence Rule
modified comparative fault (51%)
How fault is determined
Min. Insurance (BI/PD)
$25K/$50K/$20K
Per person/per accident/property
Insurance System
At-Fault
At-fault driver's insurance pays
Frequently Asked Questions
What areas of law does Joel P. Brown specialize in?
Joel specializes in criminal law, DUI law, family and divorce law, and probate law.
Where did Joel P. Brown receive his law degree?
Joel earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of Iowa in 2007.
What experience does Joel P. Brown have in DUI cases?
Joel prosecuted thousands of DUI cases as an Assistant State's Legal Counsel with the Will County State's Attorney's Office.
What are Joel P. Brown's personal interests?
Joel enjoys cooking, eating, and reading science fiction and historical fiction.
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact Joel P. Brown for a free consultation about your accident case.
Call for Free ConsultationAfter an Accident
- 1Seek immediate medical attention
- 2Document the scene & gather evidence
- 3File a police report
- 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
- 5Contact Joel for a free case review
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