Atty. Patrick J. Sheehan
Patrick J. Sheehan is a lawyer practicing estate planning, estate administration, real estate and 2 other areas of law.
Estate Administration & More Attorney · Serving Springfield, IL · 49+ Years Experience
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About Patrick J. Sheehan at a Glance
Patrick J. Sheehan is a Member based in Springfield, Illinois, practicing at Sheehan & Sheehan, Lawyers, P.C.. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, real estate, tax, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1977) and U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois (1978). Educated at St. Louis University (J.D., 1977) and St. Louis University (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Sangamon County and Illinois State Bar Associations. Serves clients in Springfield, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Patrick J. Sheehan
- Patrick J. Sheehan is a lawyer practicing estate planning, estate administration, real estate and 2 other areas of law
- Patrick received a B.A. degree from St. Louis University in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
- Patrick practices at Sheehan & Sheehan, Lawyers, P.C. in Springfield, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Patrick J. Sheehan's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick J. Sheehan handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Springfield.
Probate in Springfield
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Estate Planning & Probate in Springfield
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Patrick J. Sheehan is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →
Real Estate Law in Springfield
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Patrick J. Sheehan is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →
Tax Law in Springfield
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Patrick J. Sheehan is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Illinois →
Elder Law in Springfield
Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
Patrick J. Sheehan is one of 52,999 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Springfield
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 Springfield 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 venue, 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.
Springfield Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Springfield-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Springfield Choose Patrick J. Sheehan
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Patrick J. Sheehan's practice in the field of probate, estate planning, real estate, tax, and elder law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Patrick J. Sheehan brings 49+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois and U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois, Patrick J. Sheehan can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering probate, estate planning, and real estate, Patrick J. Sheehan can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Springfield
A Springfield-based practice means Patrick J. Sheehan attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Patrick J. Sheehan Handles in Springfield
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