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KEN HALVACHS

Ken Halvachs, Kenneth Halvachs, Halvachs & Abernathy; RJ AbernathyKen Halvachs
    Ken Halvachs is a trial lawyer who brings years of court room experience to Halvachs & Abernathy.  Ken  has tried hundreds of  cases to verdict for both plaintiffs and defendants in state and federal courts throughout the United States.   He has consistently maintained this geographically diversified practice in jurisdictions throughout the Midwest and beyond.  His practice includes both trial and appellate work. 
    Ken is known for meticulous preparation, whether for trial or deposition.  His ability to simplify the issues and effectively communicate them to the jury has yielded exceptional results at trial for a wide array of clients.  He is also highly regarded in the legal community for his comprehensive knowledge of evidentiary rules and issues as well as his skill at analyzing and presenting evidence in a clear and concise manner.  Ken is adept at presenting evidence  through both tried and true, “old school” methods as well as using the latest technology.
    Ken relishes his time in the court room whether cross examining an adverse witness in a jury trial or arguing a contested motion before a judge. Ken is a preeminently  experienced trial and appellate lawyer. If your case must be tried, Ken is the trial lawyer you want sitting at the table next to you.  Ken is licensed to practice in Illinois, Missouri and Wisconsin as well as several Federal District and Appellate Courts. 

    Ken is known for his command of the law and his common sense approach to his cases that impresses judges, juries and especially his clients.  Success, through hard work, attention to detail and an unwavering dedication to his clients, is the hallmark of Ken's character.  


    Ken Halvachs' experience as a trial lawyer is unrivaled in the St. Louis area.  Ken has tried nearly 300 cases to verdict, representing both plaintiff's and defendants.  From Wisconsin to Tennessee, rural Illinois and Missouri to the Illinois Supreme Court, few lawyers in this area have tried and won more cases in as many different jurisdictions as Ken.  

   
Ken is a lifelong resident of the state of Illinois, having been raised in the working class city of Decatur. He is also an avid fan of all things Fighting Illini of the University of Illinois.
 

Areas of Practice

Trucking Litigation
Insurance Litigation
Employment Law Litigation
Class Action Litigation
Toxic Tort Litigation
Products Liability Litigation
Medical Malpractice Litigation
Litigation and Appeals


Bar Admissions
Illinois
Missouri
Wisconsin
U.S. District Court Southern District of Illinois
U.S. District Court Central District of Illinois
U.S. District Court Eastern District of Missouri
U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals 7th Circuit                                                                                               

Education
                                                                                                                                               

University of Illinois College of Law, Champaign, Illinois
  • Juris Doctorate
Illinois State University, Normal, Illinois
  • Bachelor of Science o Honors: With Highest Honors                                                                            

Professional Associations and Memberships                                                                                          
The St. Clair County Bar Association
The East Saint Louis Bar Association
The Illinois Bar Association
The American Bar Association
The Missouri Bar Association
The Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis
The Bar Association of the Central and Southern Federal Districts of Illinois



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Halvachs & Abernathy, LLC is located in Belleville, Illinois.  Halvachs & Abernathy, LLC serves clients in Belleville, O'Fallon, Fairview Heights, Centreville, Caseyville, Swansea, Lebanon, East St. Louis, Mascoutah, Shiloh, Cahokia, Collinsville, Edwardsville, Alton, Granite City, Madison County, St Clair County, Monroe County, Randolph County, Washington County, Williamson County, Columbia, Waterloo, Red Bud, Fults, St Louis City, St Louis County and other areas surrounding the metro St Louis area.

Halvachs & Abernathy, LLC at 5111 West Main Street; Belleville, IL 62226 |  Office Phone: 618.235.0020 | Fax: 618.236.2728

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