Atty. Gary Joe Stokes

Atty. Gary Joe Stokes

Gary Joe Stokes is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, personal injury, wills and 4 other areas of law. Gary received a B.A. degree from Davidson College in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years.

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About Gary Joe Stokes at a glance

Gary Joe Stokes is a Principal based in Georgetown, Illinois, practicing at Stokes Law Offices. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on wills, probate, personal injury, estate planning, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1983) and U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois (1983). Educated at Southern Illinois University (J.D., 1983) and Davidson College (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Peoria County and Illinois State Bar Associations Illinois Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Georgetown, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Gary Joe Stokes is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, personal injury, wills and 4 other areas of law
  • Gary received a B.A. degree from Davidson College in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Gary practices at Stokes Law Offices in Georgetown, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Gary Joe Stokes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gary Joe Stokes handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

Gary Joe Stokes is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Illinois →

Probate

Gary Joe Stokes is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Illinois →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Gary Joe Stokes is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury 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.

Gary Joe Stokes 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.

Gary Joe Stokes is one of 316,149 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 Georgetown 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 Gary Joe Stokes

Where is Gary Joe Stokes's law office located?
Gary Joe Stokes's law practice is located in Georgetown, Illinois. The firm is Stokes Law Offices. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gary Joe Stokes handle?
Gary Joe Stokes focuses on wills, probate, personal injury, estate planning, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Gary Joe Stokes practiced law?
Gary Joe Stokes has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Gary Joe Stokes go to law school?
Gary Joe Stokes earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Gary Joe Stokes for a consultation?
You can contact Gary Joe Stokes 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 Gary Joe Stokes received?
Gary Joe Stokes's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Southern Illinois University
- 1983
B.A.
Davidson College
- 1979

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 1983

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