Areas We Serve

Family Law

Eric Vernsten handles family-law matters involving divorce, parental responsibilities and parenting time, standalone child-support proceedings, adoption, and orders of protection. A case must be filed or addressed in the court with the proper county and subject-matter jurisdiction.

Criminal Law

The firm represents people facing misdemeanor and felony allegations, including DUI and other driving-related charges. Criminal cases are prosecuted by the State’s Attorney for the county where the charge was filed, and local court practices can differ between circuits.

Traffic and Driving Laws

Vernsten Law assists with DUI, speeding, reckless driving, suspended-license, and related traffic matters. The available options depend on the citation or charge, driving record, evidence, and court where the case is pending.

Two Judicial Circuits

The 17th Judicial Circuit serves Winnebago and Boone counties. The 15th Judicial Circuit serves Ogle and Stephenson counties, along with Carroll, Jo Daviess, and Lee counties. Rockford is a city in Winnebago County, not a separate county.

Local Court Procedures

Court dates, filing instructions, forms, and local rules may vary by county and can change. Review the documents issued in the case and confirm current requirements with the appropriate circuit clerk or an attorney.

Rockford Office and Regional Representation

From his Rockford office, Eric meets with clients and reviews matters arising in the surrounding Northern Illinois counties. Representation depends on the facts, court status, deadlines, and type of legal issue.

Legal Resources and Assistance

Each county’s circuit clerk provides court records, filing information, and public forms. Those administrative resources do not replace legal advice about strategy, deadlines, or how Illinois law applies to a specific case.

Choose a county below for local context, or contact Vernsten Law to discuss where the matter is pending and what the next step may be.