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Illini Legal Services :: C. David Ward Bankruptcy Attorney At Law
VerifiedBankruptcy attorney
628 Columbus St #501, Ottawa, IL 61350, United States
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About Illini Legal Services :: C. David Ward Bankruptcy Attorney At Law
Illini Legal Services is a law firm focused on bankruptcy and debt relief services for individuals and business owners in Northern Illinois. The firm's founding attorney, C. David Ward, has been practicing law since 1975. His experience includes real estate and financial planning for distressed businesses, family law, and a growing practice in bankruptcy law since 1986. Illini Legal Services and attorney Ward have assisted clients with bankruptcy and debt relief for over 40 years.
The firm concentrates primarily on bankruptcy law, which allows it to offer volume-discounted fees. Attorney Ward's background as a financial planner informs the firm's approach to careful planning and long-term results. The firm's small size enables close client relationships, allowing for a thorough understanding of financial situations and the creation of tailored debt relief plans.
Illini Legal Services helps clients with various bankruptcy options, including Chapter 7, Chapter 13, Chapter 11 for small businesses, and Chapter 20. They also assist with non-bankruptcy alternatives like workouts and debt consolidation, and provide services to stop creditor harassment, repossessions, and wage garnishments. Additional practice areas for attorney Ward include Real Estate Law and Family Law, including divorce. The firm operates from four office locations and serves clients across several counties in Illinois.
From the firm’s website
- Attorneys
- C. David Ward — Founding Partner
- Services listed
- Chapter 7 Consumer Bankruptcy, Business Bankruptcy & Small Business Reorganizations, Bankruptcy Law, Chapter 7, Chapter 13, STOP Repossession, STOP Wage Garnishment, Credit Card & Medical Bill Debt, Bankruptcy & Divorce, Student Loans & Bankruptcy, Real Estate Law, Family Law
- Consultations
- Free initial consultation
- Fees
- The firm charges volume discounted fees and offers Chapter 7 consumer bankruptcy for $2,100.00 plus costs.
- Offices
- 610 N. Broadway Aurora 60505
- 63 W. Jefferson St. 2nd Floor - Suite 203 Joliet 60432
- 1234 Douglas Rd. Mason Square Center Oswego 60543
- 628 Columbus St., Suite #503 Ottawa, IL 61350
Source: ottawabankruptcylawcenter.com · checked October 7, 2026. Lawyers Near Me hasn’t independently verified these details.
Hours of Operation
- Monday
- Open 24 hours
- Tuesday
- Open 24 hours
- Wednesday
- Open 24 hours
- Thursday
- Open 24 hours
- Friday
- Open 24 hours
- Saturday
- Open 24 hours
- Sunday
- Open 24 hours
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Appointments recommended
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Wheelchair-accessible car parkWheelchair-accessible toilet
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Toilet
Illini Legal Services :: C. David Ward Bankruptcy Attorney At Law — Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Illini Legal Services :: C. David Ward Bankruptcy Attorney At Law located?+
Illini Legal Services :: C. David Ward Bankruptcy Attorney At Law is located at 628 Columbus St #501, Ottawa, IL 61350, United States. Use the "Get Directions" link on this page to navigate there.
What kind of cases does Illini Legal Services :: C. David Ward Bankruptcy Attorney At Law handle?+
Illini Legal Services :: C. David Ward Bankruptcy Attorney At Law handles Real Estate, Bankruptcy, Family Law. Confirm that they cover your specific legal matter during your first consultation.
How do I contact Illini Legal Services :: C. David Ward Bankruptcy Attorney At Law?+
Call Illini Legal Services :: C. David Ward Bankruptcy Attorney At Law at +1 815-324-4744 or visit their website. Many firms offer a free or low-cost initial consultation.
Is Illini Legal Services :: C. David Ward Bankruptcy Attorney At Law well rated?+
Illini Legal Services :: C. David Ward Bankruptcy Attorney At Law has a 2.5-star rating based on 8 Google reviews. Ratings are sourced from Google and shown for reference.
Client Reviews
8 reviews- Utku Sengul· via Google8 years ago
- Skogan· via Google7 years ago
- Jeffrey Brown· via Google6 years ago
- Greg G.· via Google3 years ago
- Jason Kuehlem· via Google
Don't go here they make simple mistakes that will cost you time and money worst service you can get
5 years ago - william scerini· via Google
He helped us out and got it done in a very quick and professional manner. Can't thank him enough!
8 years ago - Joseph worple· via Google
Do not go here he took far too long had us pay for chapter 7 after which told us we would have to pay more for chaperone 13. Took d forever to reposing to us between each Tuen request
3 years ago - Marianne Willette· via Google
The fist consult was free I gave him 400 cash 955 card He did a credit check and the only meeting we had spoke to him on phone verbally told him I wasnt going to pursue he said hed give me money back less his charges That was over week ago hasnt returned my calls answered my calls oor or emails contacting bbb and bar association
3 years ago