Atty. Douglas J. Schweickert
Douglas J. Schweickert is a lawyer practicing litigation, eminent domain, guardianship & conservatorship and 5 other areas of law.
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Douglas J. Schweickert is a Partner based in Peru, Illinois, practicing at Schweickert and Ganassin. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on wills, estate planning, real estate, zoning, and construction. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1977). Educated at University of Illinois College of Law (J.D., 1976) and Bradley University (B.S., 1973). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Peru, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Douglas J. Schweickert is a lawyer practicing litigation, eminent domain, guardianship & conservatorship and 5 other areas of law
- Douglas received a B.S. degree from Bradley University in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years
- Douglas practices at Schweickert and Ganassin in Peru, IL and 2 others locations
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Douglas J. Schweickert handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Douglas J. Schweickert is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Illinois →
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Douglas J. Schweickert is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Douglas J. Schweickert is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →
Douglas J. Schweickert is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Illinois →
Douglas J. Schweickert is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Illinois →
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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 Peru 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 andnue, 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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