Atty. James Lee Kappel

Atty. James Lee Kappel

James Lee Kappel is a lawyer practicing real estate, eminent domain, administrative law. James received a B.S. degree from St.

Springfield Springfield 62 yrs experience 62 year
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About James Lee Kappel at a glance

James Lee Kappel is a Spec. Asst. Chief Coun., Dept. of Transp. based in Springfield, Illinois. They have 62+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1964. Their practice focuses on real estate, zoning, and government. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1964). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1964) and St. Louis University (B.S., 1962). Serands clients in Springfield, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Lee Kappel is a lawyer practicing real estate, eminent domain, administrative law
  • James received a B.S. degree from St. Louis University in 1962, and has been licensed for 62 years
  • James practices in Springfield, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James Lee Kappel's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

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

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Land Use & Zoning

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 Springfield 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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Common questions about James Lee Kappel

Where is James Lee Kappel's law office located?
James Lee Kappel's law practice is located in Springfield, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Lee Kappel handle?
James Lee Kappel focuses on real estate, zoning, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James Lee Kappel practiced law?
James Lee Kappel has 62+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1964.
Where did James Lee Kappel go to law school?
James Lee Kappel earned their education at (J.D., 1964); (B.S., 1962).
How can I contact James Lee Kappel for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Illinois
- 1964
B.S.
St. Louis University
- 1962

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1964

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