Atty. John W. Bean

Atty. John W. Bean

Deputy Public Defender, State of Indiana, 1976-1978. Assistant State Attorney, Henry County, Illinois, 1980-1985.

Geneseo Geneseo 50 Years Experience 50 year
Call (309) 252-5528

Profile Summary

About John W. Bean at a glance

John W. Bean is a Partner based in Geneseo, Illinois, practicing at Nash Bean Ford & Brown, LLP. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, personal injury, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1976), Illinois (1977), and U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois (1978). Educated at Valparaiso University School of Law (J.D., 1976) and Augustana College (B.A. History, 1973). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Henry County, Illinois State and American Bar Associations Illinois Trial Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Geneseo, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Deputy Public Defender, State of Indiana, 1976-1978
  • Assistant State Attorney, Henry County, Illinois, 1980-1985

Practice Areas Explained

John W. Bean's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

John W. Bean is one of 32,113 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Illinois →

Trusts

John W. Bean is one of 94,411 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Illinois →

Probate

John W. Bean is one of 115,645 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Illinois →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

John W. Bean is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury 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 W. Bean is one of 203,974 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 Geneseo 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 venue, 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 W. Bean

Where is John W. Bean's law office located?
John W. Bean's law practice is located in Geneseo, Illinois. The firm is Nash Bean Ford & Brown, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John W. Bean handle?
John W. Bean focuses on wills, trusts, probate, personal injury, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has John W. Bean practiced law?
John W. Bean has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did John W. Bean go to law school?
John W. Bean earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A. History, 1973).
How can I contact John W. Bean for a consultation?
You can contact John W. Bean 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 W. Bean received?
John W. Bean's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Valparaiso University School of Law
- 1976
B.A. History
Augustana College
- 1973

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1976
Illinois
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 1978

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