Atty. David Ray Cherry
David Ray Cherry is a lawyer practicing real estate law, commercial law, probate law and 7 other areas of law. David received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, and has been licensed for 53 years.
Commercial Law & More Attorney · Serving Winchester, IL · 53+ Years Experience
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About David Ray Cherry at a Glance
David Ray Cherry is a Member based in Winchester, Illinois, practicing at David R. Cherry, Attorney at Law. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on probate, criminal defense, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (Inactive) (1973) and Illinois (1974). Educated at University of Mississippi J.D. (—) and University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign B.S. (—). Serves clients in Winchester, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Ray Cherry
- David Ray Cherry is a lawyer practicing real estate law, commercial law, probate law and 7 other areas of law
- David received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, and has been licensed for 53 years
- David practices at David R. Cherry, Attorney at Law in Winchester, IL
Practice Areas Explained
David Ray Cherry's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Ray Cherry handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Winchester.
Probate in Winchester
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Criminal Defense in Winchester
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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Estate Planning & Probate in Winchester
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 in Winchester
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
David Ray Cherry is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →
Real Estate Law in Winchester
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
David Ray Cherry is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Winchester
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 Winchester 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.
Winchester Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Winchester-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 Winchester Choose David Ray Cherry
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 David Ray Cherry's practice in the field of probate, criminal defense, estate planning, business, and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Ray Cherry brings 53+ 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 Mississippi (Inactive) and Illinois, David Ray Cherry can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering probate, criminal defense, and estate planning, David Ray Cherry can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Winchester
A Winchester-based practice means David Ray Cherry attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues David Ray Cherry Handles in Winchester
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