Crosby Law Firm

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EXPERIENCED ATTORNEYS IN ROCKFORD, IL
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Since 1980, The Crosby Law Firm has provided trusted representation to clients faced with all types of legal challenges. As a locally owned and managed law firm with over 150 years of combined experience, we know how to prioritize our clients’ best interests. Our Rockford lawyers also represent residents of Belvidere, Freeport, and the surrounding areas.

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Meet Attorney Michael Crosby

Rockford Attorney

Michael Crosby

Turn to Attorney Michael Crosby for dependable legal assistance in Northern Illinois. He is familiar with many areas of practice. He can assist with probate, personal injury claims, real estate law, corporate and small business matters, and more. You can rely on his experience and knowledge to guide you through legal challenges both large and small.

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Compassion for Every Client

Dealing with legal matters can easily disrupt your daily life. It’s normal to feel overwhelmed and uncertain when you’re involved in a dispute or have to tackle an important financial issue. Regardless of your circumstances, our legal team can help you navigate the path ahead.

You may feel confused or uncertain about your options and how to proceed. You might also feel apprehensive about upcoming procedures, or not fully understand your rights in relation to your circumstances. It’s easy to feel intimidated by prosecutors, insurance companies, and other involved parties.

At Crosby Law Firm, we fight to protect our clients’ best interests. Our lawyers in Rockford, Illinois, are highly skilled at helping resolve even the most sensitive and contentious legal conflicts.

We have years of experience in a number of practice areas, such as debt consolidation, corporate law, and estate planning. We also assist in drafting official, legally binding documents like wills and real estate contracts.

When you're faced with a legal matter and don’t know where to turn, reach out to our law firm. We offer compassionate, knowledgeable representation to help you gain footing in unpredictable situations.

Our attorneys will work personally with you to fully understand your unique circumstances. We know that every case is different and there are endless ways to protect your rights.

When you work with us, you receive:

• Personalized Legal Counsel
• Guidance at Every Stage of the Legal Process
• Effective Strategy Building
• Clear Answers to Your Questions
• Experienced Legal Representation
• Comprehensive Knowledge in a Variety of Practice Areas

Whether you’ve been injured due to medical negligence or need to establish a power of attorney, one of our experienced lawyers will guide you through the processes that follow. With our decades of experience and local roots, you can rely on our law firm when you need legal representation in Rockford, Belvidere, Freeport, or the surrounding areas.

Call Crosby Law Firm today at (815) 397-2006 or contact us online. We offer free initial consultations with a low cost analysis so you can speak with a qualified attorney in Rockford, Illinois, with no financial obligation.

475 Executive Pkwy Rockford IL 61107 US
(815) 977-7878
5/5 based on 4 reviews

Client Testimonials

Very thorough and professional.

Staff is detail oriented, kind and compassionate. Handled my case quickly, saving me thousands of dollars. 10/10 would definitely hire again.

Really good firm!

Everyone there has made me feel welcome and when talking to attorney I feel like I’m talking to a friend. Staff is polite and very accommodating not to mention they always answer all of my questions and have never made me feel degraded because I don’t understand legal lingo like another firm did to me. Highly recommended !!!

Would definitely recommend!

The Crosby Law Firm, specifically Danielle Burza- Smith helped me with my landlord and estate planning issues. Danielle explained everything really well!

I didn’t have to wait long to be seen.

The staff was very friendly. I’m confident that they can handle my problem.

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