Atty. Daniel Joseph Beard

Atty. Daniel Joseph Beard

Daniel Joseph Beard is a lawyer practicing banks and banking, business law, corporate law and 7 other areas of law. Daniel received a B.A. degree from Eastern Illinois University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Jacksonville Jacksonville 47 yrs experience 47 year
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About Daniel Joseph Beard at a glance

Daniel Joseph Beard is a Member based in Jacksonville, Illinois, practicing at Bellatti, Fay, Bellatti & Beard, LLP. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1979). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1979) and Eastern Illinois University (B.A., 1976). Active member of Morgan County and Illinois State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Jacksonville, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Daniel Joseph Beard is a lawyer practicing banks and banking, business law, corporate law and 7 other areas of law
  • Daniel received a B.A. degree from Eastern Illinois University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Daniel practices at Bellatti, Fay, Bellatti & Beard, LLP in Jacksonville, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Daniel Joseph Beard's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel Joseph Beard handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Daniel Joseph Beard is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Jacksonville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Daniel Joseph Beard

Where is Daniel Joseph Beard's law office located?
Daniel Joseph Beard's law practice is located in Jacksonville, Illinois. The firm is Bellatti, Fay, Bellatti & Beard, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Daniel Joseph Beard handle?
Daniel Joseph Beard focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Daniel Joseph Beard practiced law?
Daniel Joseph Beard has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Daniel Joseph Beard go to law school?
Daniel Joseph Beard earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact Daniel Joseph Beard for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Illinois
- 1979
B.A.
Eastern Illinois University
- 1976

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1979

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