Atty. Melba A. Castillo

Atty. Melba A. Castillo

Melba A. Castillo is a lawyer practicing family law, probate.

Chicago Chicago 28 yrs experience 28 year
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Profile Summary

About Melba A. Castillo at a glance

Melba A. Castillo is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Barclay, Dixon & Smith, P.C.. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on probate and family law. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1998) and U.S. District Court, Northern District Illinois (1998). Educated at Chicago Kent College of Law (J.D., 1998) and University of Illinois (B.A. English, 1995). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Melba A. Castillo is a lawyer practicing family law, probate
  • Melba received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Melba practices at Barclay, Dixon & Smith, P.C. in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Melba A. Castillo's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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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 Chicago 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 Melba A. Castillo

Where is Melba A. Castillo's law office located?
Melba A. Castillo's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Barclay, Dixon & Smith, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Melba A. Castillo handle?
Melba A. Castillo focuses on probate, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Melba A. Castillo practiced law?
Melba A. Castillo has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Melba A. Castillo go to law school?
Melba A. Castillo earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A. English, 1995).
How can I contact Melba A. Castillo for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Chicago Kent College of Law
- 1998
B.A. English
University of Illinois
- 1995

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, Northern District Illinois
Admitted: 1998

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