Atty. Duane C. Clarke

Atty. Duane C. Clarke

Duane C. Clarke is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & debt, corporate & incorporation, state, local and municipal law and 2 other areas of law.

Springfield Springfield 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About Duane C. Clarke at a glance

Duane C. Clarke is a formation, estate planning, real estate, bankruptcy, and government attorney based in Springfield, Illinois. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1996) and Illinois (1996). Serands clients in Springfield, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Duane C. Clarke is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & debt, corporate & incorporation, state, local and municipal law and 2 other areas of law
  • Duane has been licensed for 30 years
  • Duane practices in Springfield, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Duane C. Clarke's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Duane C. Clarke handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business Formation

Duane C. Clarke is one of 35,584 formation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse formation 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.

Duane C. Clarke 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.

Duane C. Clarke 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.

Duane C. Clarke is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Illinois →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Duane C. Clarke is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government 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 Springfield 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 Duane C. Clarke

Where is Duane C. Clarke's law office located?
Duane C. Clarke's law practice is located in Springfield, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Duane C. Clarke handle?
Duane C. Clarke focuses on formation, estate planning, real estate, bankruptcy, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Duane C. Clarke practiced law?
Duane C. Clarke has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
How can I contact Duane C. Clarke for a consultation?
You can contact Duane C. Clarke 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.

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1996
Illinois
Admitted: 1996

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