Atty. John R. Longlett

Atty. John R. Longlett

John R. Longlett is a lawyer practicing corporate law, elder law & advocacy, probate & estate planning and 6 other areas of law.

Quincy Quincy 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About John R. Longlett at a glance

John R. Longlett is a Senior Partner based in Quincy, Illinois, practicing at Lewis, Longlett & Lannerd, LLC. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois (1972). Educated at University of Missouri (J.D., 1972) and University of Illinois (B.S., 1969). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Quincy, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John R. Longlett is a lawyer practicing corporate law, elder law & advocacy, probate & estate planning and 6 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • John practices at Lewis, Longlett & Lannerd, LLC in Quincy, IL

Practice Areas Explained

John R. Longlett's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

John R. Longlett 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.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

John R. Longlett is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →

Real Estate Law

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

John R. Longlett is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

John R. Longlett is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy 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 Quincy 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 R. Longlett

Where is John R. Longlett's law office located?
John R. Longlett's law practice is located in Quincy, Illinois. The firm is Lewis, Longlett & Lannerd, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John R. Longlett handle?
John R. Longlett focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has John R. Longlett practiced law?
John R. Longlett has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did John R. Longlett go to law school?
John R. Longlett earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.S., 1969).
How can I contact John R. Longlett for a consultation?
You can contact John R. Longlett 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 R. Longlett received?
John R. Longlett's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Missouri
- 1972
B.S.
University of Illinois
- 1969

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 1972

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