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Atty. Judith Anne Schening

Atty. Judith Anne Schening

Ms. Judith Anne Schening is a lawyer practicing wills-trusts-probate, estate planning, power of attorney and 2 other areas of law.

South Elgin South Elgin 39 yrs experience 39 year
Call (224) 801-3887 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Judith Anne Schening at a glance

Judith Anne Schening is a trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate, and poa attorney based in South Elgin, Illinois. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Admitted to practice in Texas Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Illinois Northern District Court (1987), Illinois Texas Northern District Court Texas Western District Court (1988), and Illinois - Supreme Court of Illinois - State - Supreme Court Texas Eastern District Court (1988). Educated at Northern Illinois University (J.D., 1987) and University of Houston (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in South Elgin, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Judith Anne Schening is a lawyer practicing wills-trusts-probate, estate planning, power of attorney and 2 other areas of law
  • Judith received a B.A. degree from University of Houston in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Judith practices in South Elgin, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Judith Anne Schening's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Judith Anne Schening handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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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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Real Estate Law

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

Judith Anne Schening is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →

Power of Attorney

Judith Anne Schening is one of 33,188 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa 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 South Elgin 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 Judith Anne Schening

Where is Judith Anne Schening's law office located?
Judith Anne Schening's law practice is located in South Elgin, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Judith Anne Schening handle?
Judith Anne Schening focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate, poa. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Judith Anne Schening practiced law?
Judith Anne Schening has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Judith Anne Schening go to law school?
Judith Anne Schening earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact Judith Anne Schening for a consultation?
You can contact Judith Anne Schening 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 Judith Anne Schening received?
Judith Anne Schening's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Northern Illinois University
- 1987
B.A.
University of Houston
- 1984

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Illinois Northern District Court
Admitted: 1987
Illinois Texas Northern District Court Texas Western District Court
Admitted: 1988
Illinois - Supreme Court of Illinois - State - Supreme Court Texas Eastern District Court
Admitted: 1988

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