Atty. Jerald Allan Kessler

Atty. Jerald Allan Kessler

Mr. Jerald Allan Kessler practices at Jerald A.

Libertyville Libertyville 53 yrs experience 53 year
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About Jerald Allan Kessler at a glance

Jerald Allan Kessler is a Retired based in Libertyville, Illinois, practicing at Jerald A. Kessler. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on divorce, wills, child custody, contracts, and family law. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1973). Educated at University of Chicago Law School (J.D., 1972) and University of Chicago (B.A. Political, 1969). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Lake County, Chicago, Illinois State (Member, ADR Section Council) and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Libertyville, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Practice Areas Explained

Jerald Allan Kessler's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jerald Allan Kessler handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Wills

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Contracts

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Family Law

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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 Libertyville 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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Common questions about Jerald Allan Kessler

Where is Jerald Allan Kessler's law office located?
Jerald Allan Kessler's law practice is located in Libertyville, Illinois. The firm is Jerald A. Kessler. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jerald Allan Kessler handle?
Jerald Allan Kessler focuses on divorce, wills, child custody, contracts, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Jerald Allan Kessler practiced law?
Jerald Allan Kessler has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Jerald Allan Kessler go to law school?
Jerald Allan Kessler earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A. Political, 1969).
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What awards or recognition has Jerald Allan Kessler received?
Jerald Allan Kessler's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Chicago Law School
- 1972
B.A. Political
University of Chicago
- 1969

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1973

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