Atty. Matthew Sebald Crain

Atty. Matthew Sebald Crain

Matthew Sebald Crain is a lawyer practicing taxation, corporate law, administrative law and 2 other areas of law. Matthew received a B.S.E. degree from University of Michigan in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years.

Centralia Centralia 29 yrs experience 29 year
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About Matthew Sebald Crain at a glance

Matthew Sebald Crain is a Member based in Centralia, Illinois, practicing at Crain & LaChance. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, tax, and government. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1997) and U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois (1997). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1997) and University of Michigan (B.S.E., 1994). Active member of Marion County, Illinois State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Centralia, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Matthew Sebald Crain is a lawyer practicing taxation, corporate law, administrative law and 2 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a B.S.E. degree from University of Michigan in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Matthew practices at Crain & LaChance in Centralia, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Sebald Crain's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew Sebald Crain handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 Centralia 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 Matthew Sebald Crain

Where is Matthew Sebald Crain's law office located?
Matthew Sebald Crain's law practice is located in Centralia, Illinois. The firm is Crain & LaChance. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Sebald Crain handle?
Matthew Sebald Crain focuses on criminal defense, business, tax, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Matthew Sebald Crain practiced law?
Matthew Sebald Crain has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Matthew Sebald Crain go to law school?
Matthew Sebald Crain earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.S.E., 1994).
How can I contact Matthew Sebald Crain for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Illinois
- 1997
B.S.E.
University of Michigan
- 1994

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 1997

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