Atty. Joel Phillip Schaps

Atty. Joel Phillip Schaps

Joel Phillip Schaps is a lawyer practicing family. Joel received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois, and has been licensed for 61 years.

Palos Park Palos Park 61 yrs experience 61 year
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About Joel Phillip Schaps at a glance

Joel Phillip Schaps is a family law attorney based in Palos Park, Illinois. They have 61+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1965. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1965). Educated at DePaul University J.D. (—) and University of Illinois B.S. (—). Serands clients in Palos Park, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joel Phillip Schaps is a lawyer practicing family
  • Joel received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois, and has been licensed for 61 years
  • Joel practices in Palos Park, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Joel Phillip Schaps's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joel Phillip Schaps handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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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 Palos Park 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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Joel Phillip Schaps's law practice is located in Palos Park, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Joel Phillip Schaps focuses on family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Joel Phillip Schaps practiced law?
Joel Phillip Schaps has 61+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1965.
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Practice Areas

Education

DePaul University J.D.
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University of Illinois B.S.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1965

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