Atty. Christopher Lee Willoughby

Atty. Christopher Lee Willoughby

Christopher Lee Willoughby is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & debt, estate planning, probate and 6 other areas of law. Christopher received a B.A. degree from North Central College in 1994, and has been licensed for 24 years.

Michigan City Michigan City 24 yrs experience 24 year
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Profile Summary

About Christopher Lee Willoughby at a glance

Christopher Lee Willoughby is a Member based in Michigan City, Indiana, practicing at Braje, Nelson and Janes, LLP. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Indiana (2002) and U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana (2002). Educated at Valparaiso University School of Law (J.D., 2001) and North Central College (B.A., 1994). Active member of LaPorte County, Porter County, Indiana State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Michigan City, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Christopher Lee Willoughby is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & debt, estate planning, probate and 6 other areas of law
  • Christopher received a B.A. degree from North Central College in 1994, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • Christopher practices at Braje, Nelson and Janes, LLP in Michigan City, IN

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher Lee Willoughby's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher Lee Willoughby handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

Christopher Lee Willoughby is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Indiana →

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.

Christopher Lee Willoughby is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Indiana →

Real Estate Law

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

Christopher Lee Willoughby is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Indiana →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Christopher Lee Willoughby is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Indiana →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Indiana

Practicing law in Indiana. Legal matters in Indiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Michigan City are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Indiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Indiana 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 Indiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Christopher Lee Willoughby

Where is Christopher Lee Willoughby's law office located?
Christopher Lee Willoughby's law practice is located in Michigan City, Indiana. The firm is Braje, Nelson and Janes, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher Lee Willoughby handle?
Christopher Lee Willoughby focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has Christopher Lee Willoughby practiced law?
Christopher Lee Willoughby has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Christopher Lee Willoughby go to law school?
Christopher Lee Willoughby earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.A., 1994).
How can I contact Christopher Lee Willoughby for a consultation?
You can contact Christopher Lee Willoughby directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Education

J.D.
Valparaiso University School of Law
- 2001
B.A.
North Central College
- 1994

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 2002
U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana
Admitted: 2002

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