Atty. Leslie James Hanson
Leslie James Hanson is a lawyer practicing civil practice, family law, oil and gas and 9 other areas of law. Leslie received a B.S. degree from Southern Illinois University in 1973, and has been licensed for 43 years.
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Leslie James Hanson is a Member based in Mount Vernon, Illinois, practicing at L. James Hanson, Attorney at Law. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on probate, criminal defense, family law, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1983), U.S. District Court, District Court of Southern Illinois (1983), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1986), and U.S. District Court, District Court of Central Illinois (1990). Educated at Southern Illinois University (J.D. Education, 1983) and Southern Illinois University (B.S. Education, 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Jefferson County, Illinois State (State Assembly Representative, 1985-1986, 1996-1998 Member, Mineral Law Section Council, 1988-1993, 1998— Editor, Mineral Law Newsletter, 1993) and American (Chair, Mineral Law Section, 1993-1994) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Mount Vernon, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Leslie James Hanson is a lawyer practicing civil practice, family law, oil and gas and 9 other areas of law
- Leslie received a B.S. degree from Southern Illinois University in 1973, and has been licensed for 43 years
- Leslie practices at L. James Hanson, Attorney at Law in Mount Vernon, IL
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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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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 Mount Vernon 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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