Atty. Stephen August Deckro, Jr.

Atty. Stephen August Deckro, Jr.

Stephen August Deckro, Jr. is a lawyer practicing probate, estate planning, taxation and 2 other areas of law. Stephen received a B.A. degree from Valparaiso University in 1962, and has been licensed for 62 years.

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About Stephen August Deckro, Jr. at a glance

Stephen August Deckro, Jr. is a probate, estate planning, real estate, tax, and elder law attorney based in Morrison, Illinois. They have 62+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1964. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1964), Indiana (1964), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana (1964). Educated at Valparaiso University (J.D., 1964) and Valparaiso University (B.A., 1962). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Morrison, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Stephen August Deckro, Jr. is a lawyer practicing probate, estate planning, taxation and 2 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a B.A. degree from Valparaiso University in 1962, and has been licensed for 62 years
  • Stephen practices in Morrison, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen August Deckro, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen August Deckro, Jr. handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

Stephen August Deckro, Jr. is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate 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.

Stephen August Deckro, Jr. is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Stephen August Deckro, Jr. is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Stephen August Deckro, Jr. is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Illinois →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

Stephen August Deckro, Jr. is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law 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 Morrison 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 Stephen August Deckro, Jr.

Where is Stephen August Deckro, Jr.'s law office located?
Stephen August Deckro, Jr.'s law practice is located in Morrison, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen August Deckro, Jr. handle?
Stephen August Deckro, Jr. focuses on probate, estate planning, real estate, tax, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Stephen August Deckro, Jr. practiced law?
Stephen August Deckro, Jr. has 62+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1964.
Where did Stephen August Deckro, Jr. go to law school?
Stephen August Deckro, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 1964); (B.A., 1962).
How can I contact Stephen August Deckro, Jr. for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Stephen August Deckro, Jr. received?
Stephen August Deckro, Jr.'s notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Valparaiso University
- 1964
B.A.
Valparaiso University
- 1962

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1964
Indiana
Admitted: 1964
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana
Admitted: 1964

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