Atty. James Dudley Stout
James Dudley Stout is a lawyer practicing corporate law, family law, elder law & advocacy and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Southern Illinois University in 1969, and has been licensed for 52 years.
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James Dudley Stout is an Attorney based in Bridgeport, Illinois, practicing at Law Offices of James D. Stout. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on probate, family law, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Texas (1974), Illinois (1978), and Indiana (2010). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1974) and Southern Illinois University (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Crawford County, Lawrence County and Illinois State Bar Associations State Bar of Texas. Serands clients in Bridgeport, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James Dudley Stout is a lawyer practicing corporate law, family law, elder law & advocacy and 2 other areas of law
- James received a B.A. degree from Southern Illinois University in 1969, and has been licensed for 52 years
- James practices at Law Offices of James D. Stout in Bridgeport, IL and 1 other location
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Dudley Stout handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
James Dudley Stout is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Illinois →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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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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Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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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 Bridgeport 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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