Atty. Jay D. Reece
Jay D. Reece is a lawyer practicing real estate, trusts, probate and 14 other areas of law.
Probate & More Attorney · Serving Bloomington, IL · 34+ Years Experience
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About Jay D. Reece at a Glance
Jay D. Reece is a Member based in Bloomington, Illinois, practicing at Mueller, Reece & Hinch, LLC. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1992). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 1992) and Illinois State University (B.S. Economics, 1983). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of McLean County, Illinois State (Member, Standing Committee on Law Related Education for the Public, 1995— Secretary, 2003-2004 Chair, 2004-2005 Newsletter Editor, 2006—) and American Bar Associations Leading Lawyers Network. Serves clients in Bloomington, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jay D. Reece
- Jay D. Reece is a lawyer practicing real estate, trusts, probate and 14 other areas of law
- Jay received a B.S. degree from Illinois State University in 1983, and has been licensed for 34 years
- Jay practices at Mueller, Reece & Hinch, LLC in Bloomington, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Jay D. Reece's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jay D. Reece handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Bloomington.
Wills in Bloomington
Jay D. Reece is one of 34,363 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Illinois →
Trusts in Bloomington
Jay D. Reece is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Illinois →
Probate in Bloomington
Jay D. Reece is one of 127,041 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Illinois →
Business & Corporate Law in Bloomington
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Jay D. Reece is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →
Real Estate Law in Bloomington
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Jay D. Reece is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Bloomington
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 Bloomington 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 venue, 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.
Bloomington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Bloomington-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Bloomington Choose Jay D. Reece
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Jay D. Reece's practice in the field of wills, trusts, probate, business, and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Jay D. Reece brings 34+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wills, trusts, and probate, Jay D. Reece can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Bloomington
A Bloomington-based practice means Jay D. Reece attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Jay D. Reece Handles in Bloomington
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Jay D. Reece has experience with under Illinois law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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