Atty. Jeffrey Gerald Howard

Atty. Jeffrey Gerald Howard

Jeffrey Gerald Howard is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, commercial law, real estate and 3 other areas of law. Jeffrey received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1985, and has been licensed for 36 years.

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About Jeffrey Gerald Howard at a glance

Jeffrey Gerald Howard is a Member based in Mount Vernon, Illinois, practicing at Howard, Leggans, Piercy & Howard, LLP. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1990) and New Jersey (1991). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1990) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1985). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Jefferson County and Illinois State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Mount Vernon, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jeffrey Gerald Howard is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, commercial law, real estate and 3 other areas of law
  • Jeffrey received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1985, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Jeffrey practices at Howard, Leggans, Piercy & Howard, LLP in Mount Vernon, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Jeffrey Gerald Howard's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jeffrey Gerald Howard handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

Jeffrey Gerald Howard is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts 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.

Jeffrey Gerald Howard is one of 226,536 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.

Jeffrey Gerald Howard 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.

Jeffrey Gerald Howard is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 Mount Vernon 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 Jeffrey Gerald Howard

Where is Jeffrey Gerald Howard's law office located?
Jeffrey Gerald Howard's law practice is located in Mount Vernon, Illinois. The firm is Howard, Leggans, Piercy & Howard, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jeffrey Gerald Howard handle?
Jeffrey Gerald Howard focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Jeffrey Gerald Howard practiced law?
Jeffrey Gerald Howard has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Jeffrey Gerald Howard go to law school?
Jeffrey Gerald Howard earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1985).
How can I contact Jeffrey Gerald Howard for a consultation?
You can contact Jeffrey Gerald Howard 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 Jeffrey Gerald Howard received?
Jeffrey Gerald Howard's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Illinois
- 1990
B.A.
University of Illinois
- 1985

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1990
New Jersey
Admitted: 1991

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