Atty. James A. Friel

Atty. James A. Friel

James A. Friel is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate.

Orland Park Orland Park 47 yrs experience 47 year
Call (224) 371-4743 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James A. Friel at a glance

James A. Friel is a Principal based in Orland Park, Illinois, practicing at Law Office of James Friel. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on probate and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1979). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1979) and University of Illinois (B.S., 1969). Serands clients in Orland Park, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James A. Friel is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate
  • James received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1969, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • James practices at Law Office of James Friel in Orland Park, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James A. Friel's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James A. Friel handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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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.

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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 Orland Park 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 James A. Friel

Where is James A. Friel's law office located?
James A. Friel's law practice is located in Orland Park, Illinois. The firm is Law Office of James Friel. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James A. Friel handle?
James A. Friel focuses on probate, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James A. Friel practiced law?
James A. Friel has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did James A. Friel go to law school?
James A. Friel earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.S., 1969).
How can I contact James A. Friel for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
DePaul University
- 1979
B.S.
University of Illinois
- 1969

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1979

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