Featured Attorney
From 1.0 GPA to Justice: The Remarkable Journey of John Anderson
John Anderson’s path to becoming a Justice of the Illinois Appellate Court is a testament to resilience, determination, and the transformative power of personal experience. His story, marked by early struggles and profound life events, underscores the human side of the judiciary and the potential for profound growth.
Sonni Williams: A Trailblazer in the Legal Field
Sonni Choi Williams, a prominent figure in the legal field, has carved a remarkable path,
breaking barriers and inspiring countless individuals. Her journey, marked by resilience and
determination, is a testament to the power of perseverance and the pursuit of one’s passions.
Williams’ early aspirations didn’t align with a legal career.
First Will County Legal Opportunity Scholarship Recipient Completes Law School
Adrian Guzman, the first recipient of the Will County Legal Opportunity Scholarship, has successfully completed law school and is eagerly awaiting the results of the bar exam. As a law student, Guzman obtained a temporary law license to gain practical experience through externships at the Will County Public Defender’s Office and the Illinois Innocence Project.
Your Small Business and Community Business Ally
A trusted name within the greater Joliet area, Bryan Wellner’s practice has been spanning across multiple areas since November 2015 when he began practicing law and working at Mahoney, Silverman, & Cross, LLC.
A Sense of Personal Satisfaction
A Sense of Personal Satisfaction By Rachel Barks Heather Darsie, an attorney by day and author by night, follows her passion of law and writing day in and day out. She recently moved back into prosecution in Dekalb County and is Committee Co-Chair for the Will County...
Featured Attorney Mazyar M. Hedayat
Mazyar M. Hedayat (“Maz”) earned his MBA in finance and corporate strategy from the University of Michigan before attending DePaul College of Law in 1995; his undergraduate studies were split between the Universities of Michigan and Chicago.
Jeff Tomczak – Your Case Matters
Since 1986 Jeff Tomczak has been a reliable and trusted name in the Will County, Cook, DuPage, Grundy, Kankakee and LaSalle County areas. Tomczak has served hundreds of cases across these areas. Originally from Chicago, he admits he never thought he would end up in the Joliet area. However, his impact on the Joliet legal community has been vast in the decades he has been in the field.
Ted P. Hammel – 25 Years of Trusted Criminal Defense
Ted Hammel is a seasoned criminal law attorney in the Joliet-area and founder of Hammel Law Offices P.C. with 25 years of criminal defense experience.
Hammel Law Offices P.C.’s website states that Hammel is an “active member of the Illinois State Bar Association (ISBA) 1) Criminal Justice Section Council, 2) Traffic Laws & Courts Section Council, and 3) Standing Committee On Judicial Evaluations – Outside Cook County.
Featured Attorney Angela Henderson
Attorney Angela Henderson, as seen on Legal Action and featured for Divorce & Family Law with Will County Judge – The Honorable David Garcia, has been in the law industry for 25 years, and is extremely well-versed in family law, divorce, and remediation. She is a respected, experienced professional focusing on family law issues with a single office located in Joliet, Ill. — Henderson & Mehta Law and Mediation Center.
Featured Attorney Gary Mueller
Gary Mueller has worked in the law industry for over 32 years, served in numerous nonprofit organizations, as a community college adjunct professor, and is a member of many organizations including the Real Estate Section Council for the ISBA, past President of Will County Bar Association, fourth-degree member of the Knights of Columbus, and more.
How to Nominate an Attorney
The WCBA is happy to announce its new “Featured Attorney” section which will be prominently displayed on the WCBA website homepage and in its weekly email newsletter. The Featured Attorney section will include a professionally written article highlighting a WCBA member who exemplifies professional excellence as an Attorney in the Will County community.
Eligible nominees must be a WCBA Member in good standing, and individuals cannot nominate themselves or members of their own firm.
The Board will review all nominations monthly and select one nominee to be featured each month. Individuals not selected will remain as nominees for future features.
If there are any questions please reach out to info@willcountybar.org or
(815) 726-0383.