Atty. David Ray Cherry

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.

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Profile Summary

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 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 Practice

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

Probate

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Criminal Defense

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

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.

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Real Estate Law

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

David Ray Cherry is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Ray Cherry

Where is David Ray Cherry's law office located?
David Ray Cherry's law practice is located in Winchester, Illinois. The firm is David R. Cherry, Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Ray Cherry handle?
David Ray Cherry focuses on probate, criminal defense, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has David Ray Cherry practiced law?
David Ray Cherry has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did David Ray Cherry go to law school?
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How can I contact David Ray Cherry for a consultation?
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Education

University of Mississippi J.D.
- In Progress
University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign B.S.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Mississippi (Inactive)
Admitted: 1973
Illinois
Admitted: 1974

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