Atty. Roger W. Shinness

Atty. Roger W. Shinness

Roger W. Shinness is a lawyer practicing elder law, wills law, trusts law and 4 other areas of law.

Cicero Cicero 38 yrs experience 38 year
Call (463) 317-7004 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Roger W. Shinness at a glance

Roger W. Shinness is a wills, trusts, estate planning, poa, and creditor rights attorney based in Cicero, Indiana. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1988) and Florida (1991). Educated at Indiana University School of Law, Bloomington JD - Juris Doctor Indiana University School of Law, Indianapolis (Doctor, 1988) and Ball State University (B.S. Hanover, 1981). Serands clients in Cicero, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Roger W. Shinness is a lawyer practicing elder law, wills law, trusts law and 4 other areas of law
  • Roger received a B.S. degree from Ball State University in 1981, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Roger practices in Cicero, IN

Practice Areas Explained

Roger W. Shinness's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Roger W. Shinness handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

Roger W. Shinness is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Indiana →

Trusts

Roger W. Shinness is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts 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.

Roger W. Shinness is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Indiana →

Power of Attorney

Roger W. Shinness is one of 33,188 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in Indiana →

Creditor Rights & Collections

Roger W. Shinness 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 Cicero 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 Roger W. Shinness

Where is Roger W. Shinness's law office located?
Roger W. Shinness's law practice is located in Cicero, Indiana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Roger W. Shinness handle?
Roger W. Shinness focuses on wills, trusts, estate planning, poa, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has Roger W. Shinness practiced law?
Roger W. Shinness has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Roger W. Shinness go to law school?
Roger W. Shinness earned their education at (Doctor, 1988); (B.S. Hanover, 1981).
How can I contact Roger W. Shinness for a consultation?
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Education

Doctor
Indiana University School of Law, Bloomington JD - Juris Doctor Indiana University School of Law, Indianapolis
- 1988
B.S. Hanover
Ball State University
- 1981

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1988
Florida
Admitted: 1991

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