Av. Stanton D. Ernest

Av. Stanton D. Ernest

Stanton D. Ernest is a lawyer practicing coal, oil and gas law, estate planning, business planning and 2 other areas of law.

Mount Carmel Mount Carmel 49 Yıl Deneyim 49 yıl
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Profile Summary

About Stanton D. Ernest at a glance

Stanton D. Ernest is a Partner based in Mount Carmel, Illinois, practicing at Rhine Ernest LLP. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, litigation, and energy. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1977), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois (1978), U.S. Supreme Court (1991), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana (1993). Educated at Hamline University (J.D., 1976) and University of Illinois (B.S., 1974). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Illinois State Bar Association. Serands clients in Mount Carmel, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

Hakkında

  • Stanton D. Ernest is a lawyer practicing coal, oil and gas law, estate planning, business planning and 2 other areas of law
  • Stanton D. received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Stanton D. practices at Rhine Ernest LLP in Mount Carmel, IL and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Stanton D. Ernest's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stanton D. Ernest handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

Stanton D. Ernest is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Illinois →

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.

Stanton D. Ernest is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Stanton D. Ernest is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Stanton D. Ernest is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

Stanton D. Ernest is one of 36,230 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy attorneys in Illinois →

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 Mount Carmel 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 Stanton D. Ernest

Where is Stanton D. Ernest's law office located?
Stanton D. Ernest's law practice is located in Mount Carmel, Illinois. The firm is Rhine Ernest LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stanton D. Ernest handle?
Stanton D. Ernest focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, litigation, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Stanton D. Ernest practiced law?
Stanton D. Ernest has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Stanton D. Ernest go to law school?
Stanton D. Ernest earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.S., 1974).
How can I contact Stanton D. Ernest for a consultation?
You can contact Stanton D. Ernest 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 Stanton D. Ernest received?
Stanton D. Ernest's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Eğitim

J.D.
Hamline University
- 1976
B.S.
University of Illinois
- 1974

Ödüller

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana
Admitted: 1993
Kentucky
Admitted: 1999
Indiana
Admitted: 2004

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