Seth Jerrold Hawkins, Employment Attorney in Edwardsville, Illinois
Over 22 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, General, and Litigation
Associate
Edwardsville, IL
Practicing employment in Edwardsville since 2004.
- 22+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Seth Jerrold Hawkins is an associate based in Edwardsville, IL. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Litigation. Seth has over 22 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Edwardsville, IL
- Experience
- over 22 years
- Known for
- Employment · General · Litigation
- Handles Employment, General, and Litigation matters from Edwardsville, IL.
- Over 22 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Seth Jerrold Hawkins: Seth Jerrold Hawkins is an associate based in Edwardsville, IL. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Litigation. Seth has over 22 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Seth takes on
Seth concentrates on employment, general, litigation, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Seth handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Employment cases in Edwardsville, Illinois
Seth takes employment matters in Edwardsville, 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 Seth agrees to represent you.
General cases in Edwardsville, Illinois
Seth takes general matters in Edwardsville, 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 Seth agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Edwardsville, Illinois
Seth takes litigation matters in Edwardsville, 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 Seth agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Edwardsville, Illinois
Seth takes personal injury matters in Edwardsville, 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 Seth agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Edwardsville, Illinois
Seth takes product liability matters in Edwardsville, 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 Seth agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Seth Jerrold Hawkins — employment lawyer in Edwardsville
Seth Jerrold Hawkins is an associate based in Edwardsville, IL. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Litigation. Seth has over 22 years of legal experience.
Seth Jerrold Hawkins is a lawyer practicing federal employers liability act (fela), transportation, toxic torts and 4 other areas of law. Seth received a B.S. degree from University of Missouri - St. Louis in 2001, and has been licensed for 22 years. Seth practices in Edwardsville, IL.
How Seth handles employment matters
Seth Jerrold Hawkins is a lawyer practicing federal employers liability act (fela), transportation, toxic torts and 4 other areas of law. Seth received a B.S. degree from University of Missouri - St. Louis in 2001, and has been licensed for 22 years. Seth practices in Edwardsville, IL.
The kind of cases Seth takes
Seth reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, general, and litigation matters in Edwardsville and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Saint Louis University School of Law
J.D. · 2004
University of Missouri - St. Louis
B.S. · 2001
Jurisdictions
Seth's state bar admissions
Illinois
2005 · ACTIVE
Missouri
2004 · ACTIVE
Seth studied at J.D. in Saint Louis University School of Law and B.S. in University of Missouri - St. Louis.
Law school and academic background
Seth completed J.D. in Saint Louis University School of Law and B.S. in University of Missouri - St. Louis. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Seth runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Seth's professional memberships and bar associations
Bar Association of Metropolitan St
membership
Louis The Missouri Bar Illinois State Bar Association Missouri Organization of Defense Lawyers
membership
Locations
Seth Jerrold Hawkins's office in Edwardsville
Seth's primary office is at 111 East Vandalia Street Suite 3, Edwardsville, IL, 62025. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Seth Jerrold Hawkins — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Seth usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Seth charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Seth'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; Seth will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Edwardsville, Illinois
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Seth
Seth discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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. Seth confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Seth's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Seth Jerrold Hawkins
How much does it cost to hire Seth for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Seth walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Seth offer a free consultation?
Seth charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Seth's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Seth's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple employment 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. Seth gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Seth take my case if I'm outside Edwardsville?
Seth 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 — Seth 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 Seth?
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. Seth will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Seth accepting new employment clients right now?
Seth's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Edwardsville, Chicago and Springfield in Illinois
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