Atty. James E. Cheatham

Atty. James E. Cheatham

James E. Cheatham is a lawyer practicing business law, real estate law, estate planning law.

Aurora Aurora 75 Years Experience 75 year
Call (708) 320-3942

Profile Summary

About James E. Cheatham at a glance

James E. Cheatham is a estate planning, business, and real estate attorney based in Aurora, Illinois. They have 75+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1951. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1951) and Illinois (1952). Educated at Drake University (LL.B., 1951) and Illinois College (B.A., 1949). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Aurora, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James E. Cheatham is a lawyer practicing business law, real estate law, estate planning law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Illinois College in 1949, and has been licensed for 75 years
  • James practices in Aurora, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James E. Cheatham's Areas of Practice

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

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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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

James E. Cheatham is one of 452,854 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 E. Cheatham is one of 286,061 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 Aurora 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 E. Cheatham

Where is James E. Cheatham's law office located?
James E. Cheatham's law practice is located in Aurora, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James E. Cheatham handle?
James E. Cheatham focuses on estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James E. Cheatham practiced law?
James E. Cheatham has 75+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1951.
Where did James E. Cheatham go to law school?
James E. Cheatham earned their education at (LL.B., 1951); (B.A., 1949).
How can I contact James E. Cheatham for a consultation?
You can contact James E. Cheatham 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 E. Cheatham received?
James E. Cheatham's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

LL.B.
Drake University
- 1951
B.A.
Illinois College
- 1949

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1951
Illinois
Admitted: 1952

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