Atty. Stephen Longfellow Seftenberg

Atty. Stephen Longfellow Seftenberg

Stephen Longfellow Seftenberg is a lawyer practicing estate planning, estate administration, closely held corporations and 6 other areas of law. Stephen Longfellow received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1956, and has been licensed for 67 years.

Glenview Glenview 67 yrs experience 67 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen Longfellow Seftenberg at a glance

Stephen Longfellow Seftenberg is an Of Counsel based in Glenview, Illinois, practicing at Law Offices of Alan H. Hammerman. They have 67+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1959. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1959), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Illinois (1962), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1962), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court (1963). Educated at Harvard University (LL.B., 1959) and Harvard University (A.B., 1956). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Palm Beach County and American Bar Associations The Florida Bar East Coast (Florida) Estate Planning Council. Serands clients in Glenview, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Stephen Longfellow Seftenberg is a lawyer practicing estate planning, estate administration, closely held corporations and 6 other areas of law
  • Stephen Longfellow received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1956, and has been licensed for 67 years
  • Stephen Longfellow practices at Law Offices of Alan H. Hammerman in Glenview, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Longfellow Seftenberg's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

Stephen Longfellow Seftenberg is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Illinois →

Trusts

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Probate

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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.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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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 Glenview 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 Longfellow Seftenberg

Where is Stephen Longfellow Seftenberg's law office located?
Stephen Longfellow Seftenberg's law practice is located in Glenview, Illinois. The firm is Law Offices of Alan H. Hammerman. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Longfellow Seftenberg handle?
Stephen Longfellow Seftenberg focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Stephen Longfellow Seftenberg practiced law?
Stephen Longfellow Seftenberg has 67+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1959.
Where did Stephen Longfellow Seftenberg go to law school?
Stephen Longfellow Seftenberg earned their education at (LL.B., 1959); (A.B., 1956).
How can I contact Stephen Longfellow Seftenberg for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen Longfellow Seftenberg 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 Stephen Longfellow Seftenberg received?
Stephen Longfellow Seftenberg's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

LL.B.
Harvard University
- 1959
A.B.
Harvard University
- 1956

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1959
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1962
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1962
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1963
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1987
Florida
Admitted: 1989

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