Atty. Cole Loftus
Cole Loftus is a lawyer practicing taxation, estate planning, estate administration and 2 other areas of law. Cole received a B.S.B.A. degree from Roosevelt University in 1979, and has been licensed for 30 years.
Estate Administration & More Attorney · Serving Libertyville, IL · 30+ Years Experience
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About Cole Loftus at a Glance
Cole Loftus is a probate, estate planning, business, real estate, and tax attorney based in Libertyville, Illinois. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1996) and U.S. Tax Court, and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1996). Educated at University of Wyoming (J.D., 1995) and Roosevelt University (B.S.B.A., 1979). Serves clients in Libertyville, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Cole Loftus
- Cole Loftus is a lawyer practicing taxation, estate planning, estate administration and 2 other areas of law
- Cole received a B.S.B.A. degree from Roosevelt University in 1979, and has been licensed for 30 years
- Cole practices in Libertyville, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Cole Loftus's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Cole Loftus handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Libertyville.
Probate in Libertyville
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Estate Planning & Probate in Libertyville
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Cole Loftus is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →
Business & Corporate Law in Libertyville
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Cole Loftus is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →
Real Estate Law in Libertyville
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Cole Loftus is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →
Tax Law in Libertyville
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Cole Loftus is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Libertyville
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 Libertyville 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 venue, 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.
Libertyville Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Libertyville-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Libertyville Choose Cole Loftus
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Cole Loftus's practice in the field of probate, estate planning, business, real estate, and tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Cole Loftus brings 30+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois and U.S. Tax Court, and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, Cole Loftus can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering probate, estate planning, and business, Cole Loftus can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Libertyville
A Libertyville-based practice means Cole Loftus attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Cole Loftus Handles in Libertyville
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Cole Loftus has experience with under Illinois law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Cole Loftus directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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