Atty. James Walter Evans

Atty. James Walter Evans

James Walter Evans is a lawyer practicing real estate, bankruptcy, banking and 3 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Beloit College in 1959, and has been licensed for 64 years.

Champaign Champaign 64 yrs experience 64 year
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Profile Summary

About James Walter Evans at a glance

James Walter Evans is a Member based in Champaign, Illinois, practicing at Evans, Froehlich, Beth & Chamley. They have 64+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1962. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, bankruptcy, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1962). Educated at University of Illinois (LL.B., 1962) and Beloit College (B.A., 1959). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Champaign County, Illinois State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Champaign, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James Walter Evans is a lawyer practicing real estate, bankruptcy, banking and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Beloit College in 1959, and has been licensed for 64 years
  • James practices at Evans, Froehlich, Beth & Chamley in Champaign, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James Walter Evans's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Walter Evans 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 Walter Evans is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →

Business & Corporate Law

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

James Walter Evans is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →

Real Estate Law

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

James Walter Evans is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →

Bankruptcy & Debt

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

James Walter Evans is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Illinois →

Creditor Rights & Collections

James Walter Evans is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights 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 Champaign 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 Walter Evans

Where is James Walter Evans's law office located?
James Walter Evans's law practice is located in Champaign, Illinois. The firm is Evans, Froehlich, Beth & Chamley. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Walter Evans handle?
James Walter Evans focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, bankruptcy, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James Walter Evans practiced law?
James Walter Evans has 64+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1962.
Where did James Walter Evans go to law school?
James Walter Evans earned their education at (LL.B., 1962); (B.A., 1959).
How can I contact James Walter Evans for a consultation?
You can contact James Walter Evans 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 Walter Evans received?
James Walter Evans's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
University of Illinois
- 1962
B.A.
Beloit College
- 1959

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1962

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