Atty. John Adam Billington

Atty. John Adam Billington

John Adam Billington is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, business law and 7 other areas of law. John received a B.S. degree from Millikin University in 1962, and has been licensed for 60 years.

Springfield Springfield 60 yrs experience 60 year
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About John Adam Billington at a glance

John Adam Billington is a Member based in Springfield, Illinois, practicing at Billington and Billington. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on car accidents, probate, wrongful death, personal injury, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1966) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois (1970). Educated at University of Notre Dame and University of Illinois (J.D., 1966) and Millikin University (B.S., 1962). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Sangamon County and Illinois State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Springfield, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Adam Billington is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, business law and 7 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from Millikin University in 1962, and has been licensed for 60 years
  • John practices at Billington and Billington in Springfield, IL

Practice Areas Explained

John Adam Billington's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Adam Billington handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Probate

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Wrongful Death

John Adam Billington is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Illinois →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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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.

John Adam Billington is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning 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 Springfield 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 John Adam Billington

Where is John Adam Billington's law office located?
John Adam Billington's law practice is located in Springfield, Illinois. The firm is Billington and Billington. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Adam Billington handle?
John Adam Billington focuses on car accidents, probate, wrongful death, personal injury, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has John Adam Billington practiced law?
John Adam Billington has 60+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1966.
Where did John Adam Billington go to law school?
John Adam Billington earned their education at (J.D., 1966); (B.S., 1962).
How can I contact John Adam Billington for a consultation?
You can contact John Adam Billington 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 John Adam Billington received?
John Adam Billington's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Notre Dame and University of Illinois
- 1966
B.S.
Millikin University
- 1962

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1966
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1970

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