Atty. David John E. Roe

Atty. David John E. Roe

David John E. Roe is a lawyer practicing estate planning, wills & living wills, trusts and 5 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 33 Years Experience 33 year
Call (312) 748-0609

Profile Summary

About David John E. Roe at a glance

David John E. Roe is a Principal based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Law Office of David J. E. Roe. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, poa, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1993), Illinois (1996), and U.S. Supreme Court (1996). Educated at Michigan State University - Detroit College of Law (J.D., 1993) and University of Iowa (B.A., 1989). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David John E. Roe is a lawyer practicing estate planning, wills & living wills, trusts and 5 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from University of Iowa in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • David practices at Law Office of David J. E. Roe in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

David John E. Roe's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David John E. Roe handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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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.

David John E. Roe is one of 203,974 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.

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Power of Attorney

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Chicago 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David John E. Roe

Where is David John E. Roe's law office located?
David John E. Roe's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Law Office of David J. E. Roe. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David John E. Roe handle?
David John E. Roe focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, poa, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has David John E. Roe practiced law?
David John E. Roe has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did David John E. Roe go to law school?
David John E. Roe earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1989).
How can I contact David John E. Roe for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David John E. Roe received?
David John E. Roe's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Michigan State University - Detroit College of Law
- 1993
B.A.
University of Iowa
- 1989

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1993
Illinois
Admitted: 1996
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1996

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