Atty. James David Atten

Atty. James David Atten

James David Atten is a lawyer practicing real estate law, trusts law, wills law. James received a B.S.S. degree from John Carroll University in 1959, and has been licensed for 63 years.

Wheaton Wheaton 63 Years Experience 63 year
Call (224) 561-4592

Profile Summary

About James David Atten at a glance

James David Atten is a wills, trusts, and real estate attorney based in Wheaton, Illinois. They have 63+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1963. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1963). Educated at Loyola University (J.D., 1963) and John Carroll University (B.S.S., 1959). Serves clients in Wheaton, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James David Atten is a lawyer practicing real estate law, trusts law, wills law
  • James received a B.S.S. degree from John Carroll University in 1959, and has been licensed for 63 years
  • James practices in Wheaton, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James David Atten's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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Trusts

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Real Estate Law

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

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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 Wheaton 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 venue, 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 David Atten

Where is James David Atten's law office located?
James David Atten's law practice is located in Wheaton, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James David Atten handle?
James David Atten focuses on wills, trusts, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James David Atten practiced law?
James David Atten has 63+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1963.
Where did James David Atten go to law school?
James David Atten earned their education at (J.D., 1963); (B.S.S., 1959).
How can I contact James David Atten for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Loyola University
- 1963
B.S.S.
John Carroll University
- 1959

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1963

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