Atty. James L. Ayers
James L. Ayers is a lawyer practicing probate, wills, trusts and 6 other areas of law.
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About James L. Ayers at a glance
James L. Ayers is a Member based in Monticello, Illinois, practicing at Shonkwiler, Ayers & Rhoades. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, personal injury, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Oklahoma (1972) and Illinois (1973). Educated at University of Tulsa (J.D., 1972) and University of Illinois (B.S., 1970). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Piatt County, Oklahoma, Illinois State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Monticello, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James L. Ayers is a lawyer practicing probate, wills, trusts and 6 other areas of law
- James received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1970, and has been licensed for 54 years
- James practices at Shonkwiler, Ayers & Rhoades in Monticello, IL
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James L. Ayers is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Illinois →
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James L. Ayers is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Illinois →
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
James L. Ayers is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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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 Monticello 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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