Atty. John Goodwin Satter, Jr.

Atty. John Goodwin Satter, Jr.

John Goodwin Satter, Jr. is a lawyer practicing corporate law, probate law, real estate law. John received a B.A. degree from University of South Dakota in 1955, and has been licensed for 67 years.

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Profile Summary

About John Goodwin Satter, Jr. at a glance

John Goodwin Satter, Jr. is an Of Counsel based in Pontiac, Illinois, practicing at Satter, Beyer, Bertram & Gabor. They have 67+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1959. Their practice focuses on probate, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1959). Educated at University of Chicago (J.D., 1958) and University of South Dakota (B.A., 1955). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Livingston County (Secretary, 1962-1964 President, 1982-1983), Illinois State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Pontiac, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Goodwin Satter, Jr. is a lawyer practicing corporate law, probate law, real estate law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of South Dakota in 1955, and has been licensed for 67 years
  • John practices at Satter, Beyer, Bertram & Gabor in Pontiac, IL

Practice Areas Explained

John Goodwin Satter, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

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

Probate

John Goodwin Satter, Jr. is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Illinois →

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

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

John Goodwin Satter, Jr. 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 Pontiac 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 Goodwin Satter, Jr.

Where is John Goodwin Satter, Jr.'s law office located?
John Goodwin Satter, Jr.'s law practice is located in Pontiac, Illinois. The firm is Satter, Beyer, Bertram & Gabor. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Goodwin Satter, Jr. handle?
John Goodwin Satter, Jr. focuses on probate, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has John Goodwin Satter, Jr. practiced law?
John Goodwin Satter, Jr. has 67+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1959.
Where did John Goodwin Satter, Jr. go to law school?
John Goodwin Satter, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 1958); (B.A., 1955).
How can I contact John Goodwin Satter, Jr. for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Goodwin Satter, Jr. received?
John Goodwin Satter, Jr.'s notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Chicago
- 1958
B.A.
University of South Dakota
- 1955

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1959

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