Atty. Alan Edward Basford

Atty. Alan Edward Basford

Alan Edward Basford is a lawyer practicing corporate law, real estate, traffic law and 7 other areas of law. Alan received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years.

McHenry McHenry 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Alan Edward Basford at a glance

Alan Edward Basford is a Member based in McHenry, Illinois, practicing at Alan E. Basford. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1981). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1981) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1977). Active member of Chicago, Illinois State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in McHenry, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Alan Edward Basford is a lawyer practicing corporate law, real estate, traffic law and 7 other areas of law
  • Alan received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Alan practices at Alan E. Basford in McHenry, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Alan Edward Basford's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Alan Edward Basford handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

Alan Edward Basford is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Illinois →

Trusts

Alan Edward Basford is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Illinois →

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.

Alan Edward Basford is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Alan Edward Basford 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.

Alan Edward Basford is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →

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 McHenry 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 Alan Edward Basford

Where is Alan Edward Basford's law office located?
Alan Edward Basford's law practice is located in McHenry, Illinois. The firm is Alan E. Basford. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Alan Edward Basford handle?
Alan Edward Basford focuses on wills, trusts, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Alan Edward Basford practiced law?
Alan Edward Basford has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Alan Edward Basford go to law school?
Alan Edward Basford earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Alan Edward Basford for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1981
B.A.
University of Illinois
- 1977

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1981

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