Atty. John Arthur Sholar
John Arthur Sholar is a lawyer practicing general practice, collections, bankruptcy and 4 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Saint Leo College in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years.
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John Arthur Sholar is a Member based in Alton, Illinois, practicing at John Sholar, Attorney at Law. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on divorce, criminal defense, family law, bankruptcy, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1998), Missouri (1999), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois (1999). Educated at Southern Illinois University (J.D., 1998) and Saint Leo College (B.A., 1995). Active member of Madison County and Illinois State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Alton, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- John Arthur Sholar is a lawyer practicing general practice, collections, bankruptcy and 4 other areas of law
- John received a B.A. degree from Saint Leo College in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years
- John practices at John Sholar, Attorney at Law in Alton, IL
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Arthur Sholar handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
John Arthur Sholar is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Illinois →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
John Arthur Sholar is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Illinois →
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
John Arthur Sholar is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Illinois →
John Arthur Sholar is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights 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 Alton 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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