Illinois Municipal Attorney James Vasselli Recognized Among Marquis Who’s Who Top Lawyers

Vasselli Law is proud to announce that James Vasselli, founding partner and long-time Illinois municipal attorney, has been recognized by Marquis Who’s Who Top Lawyers for his dedication, leadership, and impact in the legal field. This honor highlights more than 25 years of James’s work advising cities, villages, townships, and public-sector boards across Illinois — often on issues that define how communities operate, grow, and govern.

For James, this recognition is not simply a milestone. It reflects the core philosophy that shapes his practice: legal strategy should be clear, direct, and built for real-world decision-making.

How Illinois Municipal Attorney James Vasselli Serves Local Government

As an Illinois municipal attorney, James has spent decades guiding government bodies through the full spectrum of local governance. His experience spans:

• Zoning and land use

• Economic development

• Public finance and revenue structures

• Labor and collective bargaining

• Ethics and compliance

• Intergovernmental cooperation

• Code enforcement and administrative adjudication

• Transparency, FOIA, and Open Meetings Act compliance

Whether drafting an ordinance, advising elected officials, or negotiating a complex development, James is known for delivering clear, actionable guidance — not legal noise.

His approach is rooted in the belief that municipalities deserve counsel that cuts through complexity and empowers public officials to act decisively, strategically, and confidently.

Recognition by Marquis Who’s Who Top Lawyers

Marquis Who’s Who has highlighted distinguished professionals across law, government, medicine, and business for more than 125 years. Their vetting process recognizes leadership, experience, impact, and professional excellence.

James’s selection reflects:

• His long-standing commitment to Illinois municipalities

• His leadership in high-stakes public-sector matters

• His reputation for strategic, results-focused counsel

• His contributions to governance, economic development, and transparency across the state

The feature article in The Chicagoland Journal further underscores this achievement and details James’s impact on communities throughout Illinois.You can read the full story here:👉 https://thechicagolandjournal.com/james-m-vasselli-esq-recognized-among-top-lawyers-for-dedication-to-legal-excellence/

A Direct, No-Spin Approach to Municipal Law

James’s legal philosophy is simple:

“Clarity over confusion. Strategy over noise. No spin — just the law.”

His clients know him for being bold, unfiltered, and unwaveringly honest. In a field where public-sector decisions can be complicated by politics, pressure, and public scrutiny, James remains grounded in legal strategy anchored to statutory authority and community priorities.

This approach has earned him the trust of municipalities across Illinois, including cities, villages, townships, park districts, fire districts, and special-purpose boards.

As lead counsel, James provides the kind of steady, decisive guidance that helps public bodies move from discussion to action — without the delays, ambiguity, or legal uncertainty that often hinder local governance.

Strengthening Communities Through Strategic Legal Counsel

In his role at Vasselli Law, James and the firm support more than two dozen public-sector clients across Illinois. The firm’s work focuses on:

• Strengthening local governance

• Streamlining public operations

• Advancing development and infrastructure

• Ensuring transparency and compliance

• Protecting public interests

• Supporting long-term planning and policy

From negotiating redevelopment agreements to interpreting statutory powers to managing nuanced ethics issues, James approaches every matter with a combination of legal depth, strategic insight, and practical experience.

His work doesn’t just solve legal problems — it helps communities grow.

About Vasselli Law

Vasselli Law is a municipal-focused law firm built for the realities of local government. Based in Oak Brook and Elgin, Illinois, the firm provides general and special counsel services to public bodies statewide.

The attorneys at Vasselli Law combine decades of municipal experience with a modern, responsive approach to public-sector representation. Their work spans public finance, zoning, labor, governance, ethics, economic development, and compliance — all delivered with the firm’s signature clarity, speed, and strategic precision.

Moving Forward

This recognition from Marquis Who’s Who Top Lawyers is more than a professional distinction — it reflects James Vasselli’s commitment to serving Illinois communities with integrity, strategy, and real-world impact.

As Illinois continues to evolve, Vasselli Law remains dedicated to supporting public officials, strengthening local governance, and helping communities make informed, confident decisions.

For inquiries about representation or municipal legal services, contact Vasselli Law at www.jmvchicagolaw.com/contact.