Kerry O'Sullivan, General Attorney in Alton, Illinois
Over 27 years of legal practice · focused on General, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp
Associate
Alton, IL
Practicing general in Alton since 1999.
- 27+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Kerry O'Sullivan is an associate based in Alton, IL. The practice focuses on General, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp. Kerry has over 27 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Alton, IL
- Experience
- over 27 years
- Known for
- General · Personal Injury · Workers Comp
- Handles General, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp matters from Alton, IL.
- Over 27 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Kerry O'Sullivan: Kerry O'Sullivan is an associate based in Alton, IL. The practice focuses on General, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp. Kerry has over 27 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Kerry O'Sullivan
Kerry concentrates on general, personal injury, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kerry handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General
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Personal Injury
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Workers Comp
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General cases in Alton, Illinois
Kerry takes general matters in Alton, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kerry agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Alton, Illinois
Kerry takes personal injury matters in Alton, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kerry agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in Alton, Illinois
Kerry takes workers comp matters in Alton, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kerry agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Kerry O'Sullivan — Over 27 years of Illinois general experience
Kerry O'Sullivan is an associate based in Alton, IL. The practice focuses on General, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp. Kerry has over 27 years of legal experience.
Kerry O'Sullivan is a lawyer practicing mesothelioma, personal injury, workers compensation. Kerry received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1995, and has been licensed for 27 years. Kerry practices in Alton, IL.
Kerry's approach to general cases
Kerry O'Sullivan is a lawyer practicing mesothelioma, personal injury, workers compensation. Kerry received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1995, and has been licensed for 27 years. Kerry practices in Alton, IL.
Clients Kerry works with
Kerry reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, personal injury, and workers comp matters in Alton and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Kerry O'Sullivan's legal education and bar admissions
The John Marshall Law School
J.D. · 1999
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
B.A. · 1995
Jurisdictions
Kerry's state bar admissions
Missouri
2004 · ACTIVE
Illinois
1999 · ACTIVE
Kerry studied at J.D. in The John Marshall Law School and B.A. in University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
Law school and academic background
Kerry completed J.D. in The John Marshall Law School and B.A. in University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kerry runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Kerry O'Sullivan's office in Alton
Kerry's primary office is at 1 Unknown, Alton, IL, 62002. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Kerry O'Sullivan — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kerry usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kerry charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kerry's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Kerry will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in Alton, Illinois
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Kerry
Kerry discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Kerry confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kerry's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kerry O'Sullivan
How much does it cost to hire Kerry for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kerry walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kerry offer a free consultation?
Kerry charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kerry's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Kerry's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple general matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Kerry gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kerry take my case if I'm outside Alton?
Kerry is licensed in Illinois. Matters governed by Illinois law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Kerry will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Kerry?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Kerry will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kerry accepting new general clients right now?
Kerry's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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