Atty. John M. Harlan

Atty. John M. Harlan

John M. Harlan is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate.

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About John M. Harlan at a glance

John M. Harlan is a Member based in Richmond, Indiana, practicing at Boston, Bever, Klinge, Cross & Chidester. Their practice focuses on probate and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1942), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana (1943), U.S. Tax Court (1953), and U.S. Supreme Court (1956). Educated at Indiana University (LL.B., 1942). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Richmond, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John M. Harlan is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate
  • John has been licensed for 84 years
  • John practices at Boston, Bever, Klinge, Cross & Chidester in Richmond, IN

Practice Areas Explained

John M. Harlan's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

John M. Harlan is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Indiana →

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.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Indiana

Practicing law in Indiana. Legal matters in Indiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Richmond are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Indiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Indiana 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 Indiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John M. Harlan

Where is John M. Harlan's law office located?
John M. Harlan's law practice is located in Richmond, Indiana. The firm is Boston, Bever, Klinge, Cross & Chidester. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John M. Harlan handle?
John M. Harlan focuses on probate, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
Where did John M. Harlan go to law school?
John M. Harlan earned their education at (LL.B., 1942).
How can I contact John M. Harlan for a consultation?
You can contact John M. Harlan 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 M. Harlan received?
John M. Harlan's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

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Education

LL.B.
Indiana University
- 1942

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1942
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana
Admitted: 1943
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1953
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1956

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