Libertyville is a village found in Lake County, Illinois. Located in the Prairie State, it is situated north of Chicago and is bordered by the Des Plaines River on the east. The village is home to more than 20,000 residents according to the 2010 U.S. Census. It was originally named Independent Grove, then Libertyville, followed by Burlington, before the name was reverted and has been the same ever since.

The village is recognized for its award-winning school districts and prides itself on its high quality of life. The city government encourages active participation in the community’s local issues including environmental stewardship through the Libertyville Sustainability Plan. Additionally, the Lake County Courthouse Bell is open 24/7 and is located at North Milwaukee Avenue.

According to data gathered by the American Bar Association, there are over 63,000 lawyers employed in Illinois, a percentage of which are based in Libertyville. As a resident facing legal charges, a broad range of attorney services are available covering cases involving bankruptcy, consumer law, criminal law, medical malpractice, municipal law, and more.

In recent times, a Libertyville resident filed a lawsuit against a coworker after an alleged physical altercation that led to her hospitalization. On December 13, 2019, the said coworker was charged with one count of aggravated battery, theft, obstructing identification, criminal damage to property, and driving on a revoked license.

When you are unable to afford legal services, you have the option to hire cost-efficient and pro bono legal services. If your case involves bankruptcy, civil rights, or criminal law you may contact the Prairie State Legal Services, Inc. The Highland Park-Highwood Legal Aid Clinic also offers legal aid and pro bono services for cases involving immigration and domestic violence.

Furthermore, there are free resources available to the public, so you can learn more about your rights and legal options. The Cook Memorial Public Library District contains a law catalog filled with valuable legal information. For general guidance and up-to-date information, you may also access LegalMatch’s Law Library which contains free legal information on specific legal categories for your reference.

However, it is recommended you obtain legal services right away when you are facing pressing legal charges. Finding the right Libertyville attorney will keep your case moving forward and will ensure a favorable resolution.

Through LegalMatch’s lawyer-client matching system, you can find experienced Libertyville attorneys to take the next step in your particular case.