Atty. Joseph B. Vanfleet

Atty. Joseph B. Vanfleet

Joseph B. Vanfleet is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, banking, corporate investigations and 5 other areas of law.

Peoria Peoria 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About Joseph B. Vanfleet at a glance

Joseph B. Vanfleet is an Attorney based in Peoria, Illinois, practicing at Howard & Howard Attorneys PLLC. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, construction, creditor rights, and estate litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1990), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1990), and U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois (1996). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1990) and University of Illinois (B.S., 1987). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Peoria County, Illinois State and American Bar Associations American Inns of Court. Serands clients in Peoria, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Joseph B. Vanfleet is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, banking, corporate investigations and 5 other areas of law
  • Joseph received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Joseph practices at Howard & Howard Attorneys PLLC in Peoria, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph B. Vanfleet's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph B. Vanfleet 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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Construction Law

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Creditor Rights & Collections

Joseph B. Vanfleet is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Illinois →

Estate & Trust Litigation

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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 Joseph B. Vanfleet

Where is Joseph B. Vanfleet's law office located?
Joseph B. Vanfleet's law practice is located in Peoria, Illinois. The firm is Howard & Howard Attorneys PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph B. Vanfleet handle?
Joseph B. Vanfleet focuses on business, real estate, construction, creditor rights, estate litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Joseph B. Vanfleet practiced law?
Joseph B. Vanfleet has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Joseph B. Vanfleet go to law school?
Joseph B. Vanfleet earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.S., 1987).
How can I contact Joseph B. Vanfleet for a consultation?
You can contact Joseph B. Vanfleet 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 Joseph B. Vanfleet received?
Joseph B. Vanfleet's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Illinois
- 1990
B.S.
University of Illinois
- 1987

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 1996

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