Atty. James Stewart Sinclair

Atty. James Stewart Sinclair

James Stewart Sinclair is a lawyer practicing general practice, land use and zoning, municipal law and 3 other areas of law. James received a A.B. degree from University of Illinois in 1970, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Alton Alton 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About James Stewart Sinclair at a glance

James Stewart Sinclair is a Member based in Alton, Illinois, practicing at Stobbs & Sinclair, Ltd.. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on estate planning, tax, zoning, and government. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1977), Missouri (1978), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois (1978), and U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois (1980). Educated at Washington University (J.D., 1977) and University of Illinois (A.B. University, 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Illinois State and American Bar Associations The Missouri Bar. Serands clients in Alton, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Stewart Sinclair is a lawyer practicing general practice, land use and zoning, municipal law and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a A.B. degree from University of Illinois in 1970, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • James practices at Stobbs & Sinclair, Ltd. in Alton, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James Stewart Sinclair's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Stewart Sinclair 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.

James Stewart Sinclair is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

James Stewart Sinclair is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Illinois →

Land Use & Zoning

James Stewart Sinclair is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Illinois →

Government & Administrative Law

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

James Stewart Sinclair is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government 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 Alton 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 Stewart Sinclair

Where is James Stewart Sinclair's law office located?
James Stewart Sinclair's law practice is located in Alton, Illinois. The firm is Stobbs & Sinclair, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Stewart Sinclair handle?
James Stewart Sinclair focuses on estate planning, tax, zoning, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James Stewart Sinclair practiced law?
James Stewart Sinclair has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did James Stewart Sinclair go to law school?
James Stewart Sinclair earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (A.B. University, 1970).
How can I contact James Stewart Sinclair for a consultation?
You can contact James Stewart Sinclair 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 Stewart Sinclair received?
James Stewart Sinclair's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Washington University
- 1977
A.B. University
University of Illinois
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1977
Missouri
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri
Admitted: 1988

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