Atty. Joseph A. Duesterhaus

Atty. Joseph A. Duesterhaus

Joseph A. Duesterhaus is a lawyer practicing corporate, banking, real estate and 2 other areas of law.

Quincy Quincy 43 yrs experience 43 year
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About Joseph A. Duesterhaus at a glance

Joseph A. Duesterhaus is a Member based in Quincy, Illinois, practicing at Scholz, Loos, Palmer, Siebers & Duesterhaus LLP. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1983), Missouri (1991), and U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois and Eastern District of Missouri, and U.S. Court o (1991). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1983) and Grinnell College (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Adams County, Illinois State and American Bar Associations The Missouri Bar. Serands clients in Quincy, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joseph A. Duesterhaus is a lawyer practicing corporate, banking, real estate and 2 other areas of law
  • Joseph received a B.A. degree from Grinnell College in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Joseph practices at Scholz, Loos, Palmer, Siebers & Duesterhaus LLP in Quincy, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph A. Duesterhaus's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph A. Duesterhaus handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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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Bankruptcy & Debt

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

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 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 Joseph A. Duesterhaus

Where is Joseph A. Duesterhaus's law office located?
Joseph A. Duesterhaus's law practice is located in Quincy, Illinois. The firm is Scholz, Loos, Palmer, Siebers & Duesterhaus LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph A. Duesterhaus handle?
Joseph A. Duesterhaus focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Joseph A. Duesterhaus practiced law?
Joseph A. Duesterhaus has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Joseph A. Duesterhaus go to law school?
Joseph A. Duesterhaus earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Joseph A. Duesterhaus for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Joseph A. Duesterhaus received?
Joseph A. Duesterhaus's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Iowa
- 1983
B.A.
Grinnell College
- 1980

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1983
Missouri
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois and Eastern District of Missouri, and U.S. Court o
Admitted: 1991

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