Personal Injury & Criminal Defense Attorneys, Elmwood, IL
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.
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.
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.
Former Prosecutor on Your Side
With a background in prosecution, we know how the other side thinks—and how to build stronger defenses and smarter injury claims.
Local Experience, Proven Results
Born and raised here, we’ve handled thousands of cases across Illinois and recovered millions for clients in your community.
Trial-Ready Custom Strategy
Every case is prepared as if it’s going to court, giving you maximum leverage whether we’re negotiating or litigating.
24/7 Availability & Clear Communication
We’re always just a call away—and we make sure you’re informed at every stage of your case.
Policy Limits
Motorcycle Accident
Motorcycle Wreck
$20,000
Car Accident
Drunk Driving Casino Case
Confidential Settlement
Bus Accident
City Bus Collision
$25,000
Car Accident
Stop Sign Collision
“Exceeded My Expectations”
“Throughout the whole process, the team at Schierer & Ritchie were extremely helpful and were ALWAYS a text or call away for whatever I needed! They exceeded my expectations with promptness and compassion.”
