Atty. John Donald Plattner

Atty. John Donald Plattner

John Donald Plattner is a lawyer practicing financial institutions law, probate law, real estate law and 1 other area of law. John received a A.B. degree from Xavier University in 1958, and has been licensed for 62 years.

Chicago Chicago 62 yrs experience 62 year
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About John Donald Plattner at a glance

John Donald Plattner is a probate, real estate, and litigation attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 62+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1964. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1964) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1964). Educated at University of Notre Dame (LL.B., 1961) and Xavier University (A.B., 1958). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Donald Plattner is a lawyer practicing financial institutions law, probate law, real estate law and 1 other area of law
  • John received a A.B. degree from Xavier University in 1958, and has been licensed for 62 years
  • John practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

John Donald Plattner's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Chicago 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 Donald Plattner

Where is John Donald Plattner's law office located?
John Donald Plattner's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Donald Plattner handle?
John Donald Plattner focuses on probate, real estate, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has John Donald Plattner practiced law?
John Donald Plattner has 62+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1964.
Where did John Donald Plattner go to law school?
John Donald Plattner earned their education at (LL.B., 1961); (A.B., 1958).
How can I contact John Donald Plattner for a consultation?
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Education

LL.B.
University of Notre Dame
- 1961
A.B.
Xavier University
- 1958

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1964
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1964

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