Atty. Robert A. Schlifke

Atty. Robert A. Schlifke

Robert A. Schlifke is a lawyer practicing commercial collections, probate, estate planning and 1 other area of law.

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Profile Summary

About Robert A. Schlifke at a glance

Robert A. Schlifke is a probate, estate planning, business, zoning, and creditor rights attorney based in South Bend, Indiana. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1941) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana (1975). Educated at Valparaiso University (J.D., 1974) and Valparaiso University (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in South Bend, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Robert A. Schlifke is a lawyer practicing commercial collections, probate, estate planning and 1 other area of law
  • Robert A. received a B.A. degree from Valparaiso University in 1971, and has been licensed for 85 years
  • Robert A. practices in South Bend, IN

Practice Areas Explained

Robert A. Schlifke's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

Robert A. Schlifke is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Indiana →

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.

Robert A. Schlifke is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Indiana →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Robert A. Schlifke is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Indiana →

Land Use & Zoning

Robert A. Schlifke is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Indiana →

Creditor Rights & Collections

Robert A. Schlifke is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Indiana →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Indiana

Practicing law in Indiana. Legal matters in Indiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in South Bend are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Indiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Indiana 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 Indiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert A. Schlifke

Where is Robert A. Schlifke's law office located?
Robert A. Schlifke's law practice is located in South Bend, Indiana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert A. Schlifke handle?
Robert A. Schlifke focuses on probate, estate planning, business, zoning, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
Where did Robert A. Schlifke go to law school?
Robert A. Schlifke earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact Robert A. Schlifke for a consultation?
You can contact Robert A. Schlifke 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 Robert A. Schlifke received?
Robert A. Schlifke's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Valparaiso University
- 1974
B.A.
Valparaiso University
- 1971

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1941
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana
Admitted: 1975

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