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Andrew Weatherford
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Argenta Oreana High School graduate 1999. Millikin University graduate, 2003 Bachelor degree in Secondary Education Social Science. Eastern Illinois University graduate, 2005 Master’s degree in Political Science with concentration in public administration. Indiana University at Indianapolis graduate, 2008 Juris Doctorate. When I am not practicing law, I spend my time being active in the community. I sit on the Board of Directors for the Decatur Macon County Opportunities Corporation.
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Bankruptcy - Johnson, Chiligiris & Weatherford
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One of the reasons people file bankruptcy is to get a discharge. A discharge is a Court Order which states that you do not have to pay most of your debts. Some debts cannot be discharged, for example, you cannot discharge debts for:. Most student loans;. Court fines and criminal restitution; and. Personal injury caused by driving drunk or under the influence of drugs. What is a Reaffirmation Agreement? If you are an individual and you are not represented by an attorney, the Court must hold a hearing to d...
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Juvenile - Criminal - Johnson, Chiligiris & Weatherford
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Juvenile – Criminal. At Johnson, Chiligiris, and Weatherford we defend minors who have been charged with committing crimes. We understand that minors are young and impressionable who should not be harshly punished for a mistake or lapse in judgment. We negotiate with the State’s Attorney in order to obtain a resolution in the minor’s best interest. In the event, that a resolution cannot be amicably reached the matter can be set for trial. How old is the minor? Any prior crimes committed?
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Municipal - Johnson, Chiligiris & Weatherford
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At Johnson, Chiligiris and Weatherford we assist municipalities and fire districts in operating municipal property within the scope of the law. We provide municipal legal services relating to ordinance drafting, agreements with companies, organizing, advising on FOIA matters, litigation of disputed issues, municipal electrical aggregation, and preparing petitions for refunds. Return to practice areas. Family Law and Divorce. Juvenile - Abuse and Neglect. A Creative Media Services.
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Guardianships - Johnson, Chiligiris & Weatherford
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What is the nature of the relationship of the proposed Guardian and the disabled adult or the child? Has the disabled adult been declared incompetent by a licensed physician? Does the disabled adult already have a valid power of attorney in place? Are the biological parents of the minor consenting or involved? What, if any, assets does the Ward have? Return to practice areas. Family Law and Divorce. Juvenile - Abuse and Neglect. A Creative Media Services.
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Criminal Defense - Johnson, Chiligiris & Weatherford
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At Johnson, Chiligiris, and Weatherford we protect the constitutional rights of those accused of criminal acts. We understand that people make mistakes and we ensure that the State’s Attorney does not violate the accused’s Bill of Rights. We prepare for trial and negotiate with the State’s Attorney in order to obtain a satisfactory result. In additions, we have experience in defending clients in drug, DUI, and mental health court. Are you a citizen? What are you currently charged with? If so, what?
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Family Law & Divorce - Johnson, Chiligiris & Weatherford
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Family Law & Divorce. A parentage or divorce case is started by filing a Petition (a paper which describes the issues and seeks relief) with the Circuit Clerk of the County in which you reside. You must pay a filing fee to the Clerk. The relief sought in a divorce case generally includes dividing property, dividing debts, establishing child custody, visitation, child support, maintenance (alimony), and determining who pays attorney’s fees, among other things. Visitation can be whatever the parties agree ...
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Personal Injury & Auto Accidents - Johnson, Chiligiris & Weatherford
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Personal Injury & Auto Accidents. At Johnson, Chiligiris and Weatherford we assist individuals in recovering compensation for injuries they have sustained as a result of another person’s negligence. We have been able to recover monetary damages for medical bills incurred, lost wages, permanent injury, as well as loss of consortium. We review all types of personal injury cases, including but not limited to: dog bite cases, auto accidents and slip and fall cases. Personal Injury Fact Sheet.
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Workers' Compensation - Johnson, Chiligiris & Weatherford
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At Johnson, Chiligiris and Weatherford we assist individuals in obtaining compensation for their injuries sustained at work during the course of their employment. We are able to obtain compensation for medical bills, temporary total disability payments while off work (TTD), permanent disability damages and vocational rehabilitation for the injured worker. When did the accident occur and where? Were you injured in the course of your employment or at work? Did the injury arise out of the employment?
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Guardianships - Johnson, Chiligiris & Weatherford
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What is the nature of the relationship of the proposed Guardian and the disabled adult or the child? Has the disabled adult been declared incompetent by a licensed physician? Does the disabled adult already have a valid power of attorney in place? Are the biological parents of the minor consenting or involved? What, if any, assets does the Ward have? Return to practice areas. Family Law and Divorce. Juvenile - Abuse and Neglect. A Creative Media Services.