Kenneth E. Baughman

At The Baughman Law Centers, our story is steeped in a rich history of legal excellence and dedication to justice. With roots deeply planted in both Illinois and Iowa, our founding attorney, Kenneth E. Baughman, has served as an example of legal acumen since his admission to the bar in 1965.  

Kenneth E. Baughman was born in Manson, Iowa, on November 18, 1939, and his legal career began when he was admitted to the bar in 1965. Over his 35 years of active practice, he provided legal counsel to more than 20,000 clients and managed 4,000 cases in court. Mr. Baughman’s fraternity, Phi Alpha Delta, was just one of the communities where he honed his legal skills and began making a mark.

His legal journey has seen him handle over 300 trials and appeals, both civil and criminal. Additionally, his in-depth knowledge of medical and legal malpractice, along with his work in personal injury, negligence, and civil procedure, has been instrumental in shaping the success of The Baughman Law Centers.

Baughman’s dedication extended beyond the courtroom, as he contributed to continuing legal education programs and authored insightful legal articles, including “Disorderly Conduct vs. the First Amendment.”

Baughman’s education from Iowa State University and the University of Illinois provided the foundation for a career that included roles as Assistant State’s Attorney in several Illinois counties, Monticello City Attorney, and a member of numerous prestigious legal associations.

Throughout his career, Kenneth E. Baughman has been a part of the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association and the Association of Trial Lawyers of America, further solidifying his reputation as a respected figure in the legal community.

The Baughman Law Centers continues to embody the values that Kenneth Baughman held dear—providing top-quality legal services to those in need. Although Mr. Baughman retired from practice in 2007, his influence remains central to the firm’s ongoing mission: to offer knowledgeable, compassionate legal services that make a meaningful difference in the lives of our clients.

Whether defending your rights, providing informed counsel, or representing your interests, our dedication to your success is unwavering. Explore more about our firm and some of the best-authored articles by Mr. Kenneth E. Baughman today. If you have questions, don’t hesitate to connect with us. 

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Kenneth E. Baughman

ABOUT THE FIRM

Born Manson, IA, November 18, 1939

Admitted to bar, 1965, IL; 1965, IA. Also admitted to practice before U.S. Supreme Court; U.S. Court of Appeals, 7th and 8th Circuits; U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern and Central Districts of IL, Northern District of IA.

Preparatory education: Iowa State University (B.S. 1962); legal education: University of Illinois (LL.B 1965); Fraternity: Phi Alpha Delta.

Author: “Disorderly Conduct vs the First Amendment.” 63 IL Bar Journal 11, p. 646.

Assistant State’s Attorney, Tazwell County, 1965-1966; Champaign County, 1966-1967; First Assistant State’s Attorney, Champaign County, 1968-1971; Assistant State’s Attorney, Dewitt County, 1971-1975; Monticello City Attorney, 1975-1977. University of Illinois, Agriculture Law Department, 1965-1965

Member: Champaign County, Macon County, Vermilion County, Piatt County, Illinois State, Iowa State, Chicago and American Bar Associations; Illinois Trial Lawyers Association (Member of Medical Negligence Section) and the Association of Trial Lawyers of America. (See Sullivan’s Law Directory 1999-2000)

Participant in continuing legal education programs as part of the requirement of Iowa Supreme Court and studies mainly in the area of medical malpractice, negligence, torts, and civil procedure.

During the thirty-five years of active practice, Kenneth E. Baughman has counseled some 20,000 clients, handled some 4,000 cases in court, and tried over 300 bench and jury civil and criminal trials and appeals and has worked on medical and legal malpractice cases since 1976.