Atty. Douglas John Scheflow

Atty. Douglas John Scheflow

Douglas John Scheflow is a lawyer practicing probate, real estate, estate planning and 7 other areas of law. Douglas received a B.S. degree from University of Michigan in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Elgin Elgin 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Douglas John Scheflow at a glance

Douglas John Scheflow is a Member based in Elgin, Illinois, practicing at Law Offices of Douglas J. Scheflow. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, real estate, bankruptcy, and zoning. Admitted to practice in Illinois registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1983). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1983) and University of Michigan (B.S. Engineering, 1979). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Kane County and Illinois State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Elgin, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Douglas John Scheflow is a lawyer practicing probate, real estate, estate planning and 7 other areas of law
  • Douglas received a B.S. degree from University of Michigan in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Douglas practices at Law Offices of Douglas J. Scheflow in Elgin, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas John Scheflow's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

Douglas John Scheflow is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Illinois →

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.

Douglas John Scheflow is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →

Real Estate Law

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

Douglas John Scheflow is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Douglas John Scheflow is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Illinois →

Land Use & Zoning

Douglas John Scheflow is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning 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 Elgin 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Douglas John Scheflow

Where is Douglas John Scheflow's law office located?
Douglas John Scheflow's law practice is located in Elgin, Illinois. The firm is Law Offices of Douglas J. Scheflow. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas John Scheflow handle?
Douglas John Scheflow focuses on probate, estate planning, real estate, bankruptcy, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Douglas John Scheflow practiced law?
Douglas John Scheflow has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Douglas John Scheflow go to law school?
Douglas John Scheflow earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.S. Engineering, 1979).
How can I contact Douglas John Scheflow for a consultation?
You can contact Douglas John Scheflow directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Douglas John Scheflow received?
Douglas John Scheflow's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Illinois
- 1983
B.S. Engineering
University of Michigan
- 1979

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1983

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