Atty. John L. Greenleaf, Jr.

Atty. John L. Greenleaf, Jr.

John L. Greenleaf, Jr. is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, bankruptcy chapter 7, bankruptcy chapter 13 and 3 other areas of law.

Decatur Decatur 48 yrs experience 48 year
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About John L. Greenleaf, Jr. at a glance

John L. Greenleaf, Jr. is a Member based in Decatur, Illinois, practicing at GreenLeaf Law Office, Ltd.. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on chapter 7, trusts, chapter 13, probate, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois U.S. District Court, Southern District of (1978). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1978) and University of Illinois (B.S., 1975). Recognitions include CV Notable. Serands clients in Decatur, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John L. Greenleaf, Jr. is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, bankruptcy chapter 7, bankruptcy chapter 13 and 3 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • John practices at GreenLeaf Law Office, Ltd. in Decatur, IL

Practice Areas Explained

John L. Greenleaf, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

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

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

John L. Greenleaf, Jr. is one of 8,885 chapter 7 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 7 attorneys in Illinois →

Trusts

John L. Greenleaf, Jr. is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Illinois →

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

John L. Greenleaf, Jr. is one of 6,374 chapter 13 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 13 attorneys in Illinois →

Probate

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

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 L. Greenleaf, Jr. 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 Decatur 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 L. Greenleaf, Jr.

Where is John L. Greenleaf, Jr.'s law office located?
John L. Greenleaf, Jr.'s law practice is located in Decatur, Illinois. The firm is GreenLeaf Law Office, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John L. Greenleaf, Jr. handle?
John L. Greenleaf, Jr. focuses on chapter 7, trusts, chapter 13, probate, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has John L. Greenleaf, Jr. practiced law?
John L. Greenleaf, Jr. has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did John L. Greenleaf, Jr. go to law school?
John L. Greenleaf, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.S., 1975).
How can I contact John L. Greenleaf, Jr. for a consultation?
You can contact John L. Greenleaf, Jr. 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 L. Greenleaf, Jr. received?
John L. Greenleaf, Jr.'s notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1978
B.S.
University of Illinois
- 1975

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois U.S. District Court, Southern District of
Admitted: 1978

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