Atty. August M. Appleton
August M. Appleton is a lawyer practicing family, estate planning, criminal defense and 1 other area of law.
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August M. Appleton is a criminal defense, family law, estate planning, and litigation attorney based in Springfield, Illinois. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2011). Serands clients in Springfield, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- August M. Appleton is a lawyer practicing family, estate planning, criminal defense and 1 other area of law
- August has been licensed for 15 years
- August practices in Springfield, IL
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August M. Appleton's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases August M. Appleton handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
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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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
August M. Appleton is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Illinois →
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
August M. Appleton is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
August M. Appleton is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Springfield 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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