Atty. James Douglas Skaar

Atty. James Douglas Skaar

James Douglas Skaar is a lawyer practicing business law, trusts and estates, civil litigation and 4 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from University of Wisconsin in 1975, and has been licensed for 45 years.

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About James Douglas Skaar at a glance

James Douglas Skaar is a Member based in Geneva, Illinois, practicing at The Law Office of James D. Skaar. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, real estate, and juvenile. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1981). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1981) and University of Wisconsin (B.S. Criminal, 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Geneva, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Douglas Skaar is a lawyer practicing business law, trusts and estates, civil litigation and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from University of Wisconsin in 1975, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • James practices at The Law Office of James D. Skaar in Geneva, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James Douglas Skaar's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

James Douglas Skaar is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts 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.

James Douglas Skaar 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.

James Douglas Skaar 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.

James Douglas Skaar is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →

Juvenile Law

James Douglas Skaar is one of 30,631 juvenile attorneys indexed nationally. Browse juvenile 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 James Douglas Skaar

Where is James Douglas Skaar's law office located?
James Douglas Skaar's law practice is located in Geneva, Illinois. The firm is The Law Office of James D. Skaar. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Douglas Skaar handle?
James Douglas Skaar focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, real estate, juvenile. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James Douglas Skaar practiced law?
James Douglas Skaar has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did James Douglas Skaar go to law school?
James Douglas Skaar earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.S. Criminal, 1975).
How can I contact James Douglas Skaar for a consultation?
You can contact James Douglas Skaar 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 James Douglas Skaar received?
James Douglas Skaar's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1981
B.S. Criminal
University of Wisconsin
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1981

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