Personal Injury & Criminal Defense Attorneys, Marquette Heights, IL
Local, Experienced, and On Your Side
At Schierer & Ritchie, LLC, we’re proud to serve the residents of Marquette Heights with the personalized, expert legal support you deserve. As a locally owned and operated law firm based just minutes away in Peoria, we offer a different kind of legal service that puts people before profits. Whether dealing with a personal injury, criminal charge, or family law issue, you won’t get passed off to junior staff. You’ll work directly with an experienced attorney who knows how to fight—and win—for Marquette Heights clients.
Why Choose Us?
Direct Access to Attorneys – No runarounds or corporate layers.
Local Knowledge – We understand Tazewell County judges, juries, and legal culture.
Transparent Pricing – No inflated corporate overhead costs.
Community Focused – We’re your neighbors, not a call center in another state.
Injured in a car accident on Springfield Road or Route 29? Our personal injury team has helped clients across Tazewell County recover millions in damages. We handle:
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.
Case Dismissed
Drug Crimes
Cannabis Possession
$53,000
Car Accident
Distracted Driver Collision
Minimum Sentence on Reduced Charges
Drug Crimes
Class X Drug Charges
Substantially Below 10-Year Minimum
Drug Crimes
Meth Conspiracy
“Excellent Follow-up”
“The attorneys at Scheirer & Ritchie ended up settling with the company in my favor to get what was rightfully due to me. Excellent service and excellent follow-up to make sure everything was paid out correctly.”
