Atty. James Gerard Riley

Atty. James Gerard Riley

James Gerard Riley is a lawyer practicing probate & estate planning. James received a B.S. degree from Lewis University in 1975, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Chicago Chicago 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About James Gerard Riley at a glance

James Gerard Riley is a Prob. Cir. J. based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on probate and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1982). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1982) and Lewis University (B.S., 1975). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Gerard Riley is a lawyer practicing probate & estate planning
  • James received a B.S. degree from Lewis University in 1975, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • James practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James Gerard Riley's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Gerard Riley 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 Chicago 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

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Where is James Gerard Riley's law office located?
James Gerard Riley's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Gerard Riley handle?
James Gerard Riley focuses on probate, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James Gerard Riley practiced law?
James Gerard Riley has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did James Gerard Riley go to law school?
James Gerard Riley earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.S., 1975).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1982
B.S.
Lewis University
- 1975

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1982

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