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Atty. Edgar Philip Petti

Atty. Edgar Philip Petti

Edgar Philip Petti is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, real estate, estate planning and 3 other areas of law. Edgar Philip received a B.A. degree from Lake Forest College in 1955, and has been licensed for 68 years.

Geneva Geneva 68 yrs experience 68 year
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Profile Summary

About Edgar Philip Petti at a glance

Edgar Philip Petti is a Senior Partner based in Geneva, Illinois. They have 68+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1958. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, bankruptcy, and construction. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1958) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois and U.S. Court Trial Bar (1995). Educated at University of Chicago Law School (J.D., 1958) and Lake Forest College (B.A., 1955). Serands clients in Geneva, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Edgar Philip Petti is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, real estate, estate planning and 3 other areas of law
  • Edgar Philip received a B.A. degree from Lake Forest College in 1955, and has been licensed for 68 years
  • Edgar Philip practices in Geneva, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Edgar Philip Petti's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Edgar Philip Petti handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

Edgar Philip Petti is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Edgar Philip Petti is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →

Real Estate Law

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

Edgar Philip Petti 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.

Edgar Philip Petti is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Illinois →

Construction Law

Edgar Philip Petti is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction 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 Geneva 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 Edgar Philip Petti

Where is Edgar Philip Petti's law office located?
Edgar Philip Petti's law practice is located in Geneva, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Edgar Philip Petti handle?
Edgar Philip Petti focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, bankruptcy, construction. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Edgar Philip Petti practiced law?
Edgar Philip Petti has 68+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1958.
Where did Edgar Philip Petti go to law school?
Edgar Philip Petti earned their education at (J.D., 1958); (B.A., 1955).
How can I contact Edgar Philip Petti for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Chicago Law School
- 1958
B.A.
Lake Forest College
- 1955

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1958
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois and U.S. Court Trial Bar
Admitted: 1995

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