Atty. John S. Elias

Atty. John S. Elias

Recipient, Reynolds Memorial Scholarship. Clerk to Justice William B.

Peoria Peoria 47 yrs experience 47 year
Call (309) 561-6332 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John S. Elias at a glance

John S. Elias is a Member based in Peoria, Illinois, practicing at Elias, Meginnes & Seghetti, P.C.. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, tax, and m&a. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1979), Ohio (1980), New York (1981), and Massachusetts (1982). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D. New, 1979) and Dartmouth College (A.B. Economics, 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Peoria County, Illinois State (Vice Chairman, 1989 and Chairman, 1990, Federal Tax Section Council) and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Peoria, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Recipient, Reynolds Memorial Scholarship
  • Clerk to Justice William B. Brown, Ohio Supreme Court, 1979-1981

Lecturer

  • Illinois Institute of Continuing Legal Education
  • New York University Tax Institute
  • Illinois State Bar Association Law Ed
  • Series

Author

  • "Preferred Stock Recapitalization: Income, Estate and Gift Tax Issues," 13 J. Corp. Taxation 332 (Winter 1987)
  • "The Partnerships Capital Freeze: A Path Through the Maze," 40 Tax Lawyer 45 (Fall 1986)
  • "Below-Market Loans After the Tax Reform Act of 1984," 73 Ill
  • Bar Journal 554 (June 1985)
  • "Tax Reform Act of 1986: Provisions of Interest to Financial Institutions," Legal Bulletin (January 1987)

Practice Areas Explained

John S. Elias's Areas of Practice

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

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.

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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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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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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 Peoria 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 S. Elias

Where is John S. Elias's law office located?
John S. Elias's law practice is located in Peoria, Illinois. The firm is Elias, Meginnes & Seghetti, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John S. Elias handle?
John S. Elias focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, tax, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has John S. Elias practiced law?
John S. Elias has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did John S. Elias go to law school?
John S. Elias earned their education at (J.D. New, 1979); (A.B. Economics, 1973).
How can I contact John S. Elias for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John S. Elias received?
John S. Elias's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. New
Harvard Law School
- 1979
A.B. Economics
Dartmouth College
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1979
Ohio
Admitted: 1980
New York
Admitted: 1981
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois and U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1984

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