Atty. James R. Standard

Atty. James R. Standard

James R. Standard is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, criminal defense.

Monmouth Monmouth 57 yrs experience 57 year
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About James R. Standard at a glance

James R. Standard is a probate, criminal defense, and estate planning attorney based in Monmouth, Illinois. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1969). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1969). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Monmouth, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James R. Standard is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, criminal defense
  • James has been licensed for 57 years
  • James practices in Monmouth, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James R. Standard's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

James R. Standard is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Illinois →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

James R. Standard is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Illinois →

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.

James R. Standard is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning 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 Monmouth 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

Common questions about James R. Standard

Where is James R. Standard's law office located?
James R. Standard's law practice is located in Monmouth, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James R. Standard handle?
James R. Standard focuses on probate, criminal defense, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James R. Standard practiced law?
James R. Standard has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did James R. Standard go to law school?
James R. Standard earned their education at (J.D., 1969).
How can I contact James R. Standard for a consultation?
You can contact James R. Standard 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 R. Standard received?
James R. Standard's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1969

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1969

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