The firm was established in 1852 as Ferris & Manier and has conducted a general practice in Western Illinois, representing individuals, corporate, banking and business interests in local and regional matters and taxation. The firm's practice for individuals includes personal injury, family law, estate planning, probate, and personal legal affairs. The firm has maintained an active litigation practice in trial and appellate courts since its inception.

General Civil Trial and Appellate Practice in all State and Federal Courts, Real Estate, Estate Planning, Probate, Trust, Banking, Taxation, Personal Injury, Family Law, Municipal Law, Agricultural Law.