Atty. James L. Van Dillen

Atty. James L. Van Dillen

James L. Van Dillen is a lawyer practicing commercial law, leases and leasing, trusts and estates and 8 other areas of law.

St. Louis St. Louis 55 yrs experience 55 year
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Profile Summary

About James L. Van Dillen at a glance

James L. Van Dillen is a Member based in St. Louis, Missouri, practicing at Van Dillen & Flood, P.C.. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, real estate, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1971), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri (1972), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1976). Educated at St. Louis University School of Law (J.D., 1971) and Southern Illinois College (B.S., 1967). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of The Bar Association of Metropolitan St and Louis The Missouri Bar. Serands clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James L. Van Dillen is a lawyer practicing commercial law, leases and leasing, trusts and estates and 8 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Southern Illinois College in 1967, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • James practices at Van Dillen & Flood, P.C. in St. Louis, MO

Practice Areas Explained

James L. Van Dillen's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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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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Business & Corporate Law

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

James L. Van Dillen is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Missouri →

Real Estate Law

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

James L. Van Dillen is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Missouri →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Missouri

Practicing law in Missouri. Legal matters in Missouri are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in St. Louis are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Missouri state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Missouri 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 Missouri courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James L. Van Dillen

Where is James L. Van Dillen's law office located?
James L. Van Dillen's law practice is located in St. Louis, Missouri. The firm is Van Dillen & Flood, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James L. Van Dillen handle?
James L. Van Dillen focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, real estate, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has James L. Van Dillen practiced law?
James L. Van Dillen has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did James L. Van Dillen go to law school?
James L. Van Dillen earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (B.S., 1967).
How can I contact James L. Van Dillen for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James L. Van Dillen received?
James L. Van Dillen's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
St. Louis University School of Law
- 1971
B.S.
Southern Illinois College
- 1967

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1971
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri
Admitted: 1972
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1976

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