Personal Injury & Criminal Defense Attorneys, Elmwood, IL
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Your Local Illinois Attorneys – Schierer & Ritchie, LLC
Serving Elmwood with Experienced Legal Help in Personal Injury, Criminal Defense, Family Law & More
At Schierer & Ritchie, LLC, we’re proud to bring big results and small-town service to Elmwood. Whether you’ve been injured in a car accident, are facing criminal charges in Peoria County, or need guidance in a family or immigration matter, our attorneys are here for you—with real experience, real results, and real commitment to your case.
You don’t need to travel far or rely on a corporate firm to get quality legal help. We provide Elmwood clients with direct attorney access, personalized legal strategy, and a deep understanding of local court work.
Why Elmwood Clients Trust Schierer & Ritchie
Unlike national firms that outsource their legal work to junior staff, we handle your case ourselves—because experience matters. Here’s what sets us apart:
- Direct Attorney Contact – Always speak with the attorney handling your case.
- Decades of Combined Experience – We know how to win and protect your interests.
- Flexible, Transparent Pricing – No surprises, no runarounds.
- Personalized Legal Help – We treat your case like it’s the only one that matters—because to you, it is.
Whether in Elmwood, Brimfield, or anywhere in western Peoria County, we’re your nearby law firm with the skill and heart to fight for you.

Legal Services We Offer in Elmwood, IL
Personal Injury & Car Accidents
If you’ve been injured in a car crash on IL-78 or hurt due to someone else’s negligence, we’re here to help. We handle Elmwood injury claims involving auto accidents, truck crashes, wrongful deaths, dog bites, and more.
Criminal Defense in Elmwood
Facing charges out of Peoria County? Our criminal defense attorneys represent clients accused of DUI, drug possession, battery, theft, and other misdemeanors or felonies. We know how to challenge evidence and protect your rights in local courts.
Divorce & Family Law
Whether you’re going through a contested divorce, battling for custody, or dealing with child support enforcement, our family law attorneys provide compassionate, effective representation throughout Elmwood and the surrounding communities.
Immigration Services
From green cards to deportation defense, we help immigrant families across Central Illinois protect their future. Our legal team is experienced, multilingual, and responsive when your status and family are on the line.
Real Lawyers. Real Results. Right Here in Elmwood.
Big firms treat you like a number. At Schierer & Ritchie, you get:
- Answers when you call
- A tailored plan based on your life, not a script
- A local team that knows how to win cases in Peoria County and beyond
Our clients in Elmwood deserve the same high-quality legal care as anyone in a big city—and we’re here to deliver it.
Free Consultation for Elmwood, IL Clients
If you’re dealing with a legal issue in Elmwood, don’t wait. Early legal action can make all the difference. Contact Schierer & Ritchie, LLC today for a free consultation. We’ll listen, we’ll guide, and we’ll fight for you.
Call now (309) 839-2024 or schedule your consultation online.