Atty. Jill Whitney Klein

Atty. Jill Whitney Klein

Jill Whitney Klein is a lawyer practicing real estate, financial planning, corporate law and 5 other areas of law. Jill received a B.S. degree from Illinois State University in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years.

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About Jill Whitney Klein at a glance

Jill Whitney Klein is a probate, estate planning, employment, business, and real estate attorney based in Peru, Illinois. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1992) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1992). Educated at Northern Illinois University (J.D., 1992) and Illinois State University (B.S., 1989). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Peru, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jill Whitney Klein is a lawyer practicing real estate, financial planning, corporate law and 5 other areas of law
  • Jill received a B.S. degree from Illinois State University in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Jill practices in Peru, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Jill Whitney Klein's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jill Whitney Klein handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

Jill Whitney Klein is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate 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.

Jill Whitney Klein is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Jill Whitney Klein is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Jill Whitney Klein 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.

Jill Whitney Klein 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 Peru 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 Jill Whitney Klein

Where is Jill Whitney Klein's law office located?
Jill Whitney Klein's law practice is located in Peru, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jill Whitney Klein handle?
Jill Whitney Klein focuses on probate, estate planning, employment, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Jill Whitney Klein practiced law?
Jill Whitney Klein has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Jill Whitney Klein go to law school?
Jill Whitney Klein earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.S., 1989).
How can I contact Jill Whitney Klein for a consultation?
You can contact Jill Whitney Klein 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 Jill Whitney Klein received?
Jill Whitney Klein's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Northern Illinois University
- 1992
B.S.
Illinois State University
- 1989

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1992

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