Atty. Steven Lyle Garst

Atty. Steven Lyle Garst

Steven Lyle Garst is a lawyer practicing real estate, elder law, estate planning law. Steven received a B.A. degree from Illinois State University in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years.

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About Steven Lyle Garst at a glance

Steven Lyle Garst is a estate planning, real estate, and elder law attorney based in Paris, Illinois. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1974) and U.S. District Court of Illinois, Central and Southern District of Illinois (1978). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1974) and Illinois State University (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Paris, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Steven Lyle Garst is a lawyer practicing real estate, elder law, estate planning law
  • Steven received a B.A. degree from Illinois State University in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Steven practices in Paris, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Steven Lyle Garst's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven Lyle Garst handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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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Real Estate Law

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

Steven Lyle Garst is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →

Elder Law

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

Steven Lyle Garst 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 Paris 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 Steven Lyle Garst

Where is Steven Lyle Garst's law office located?
Steven Lyle Garst's law practice is located in Paris, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven Lyle Garst handle?
Steven Lyle Garst focuses on estate planning, real estate, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Steven Lyle Garst practiced law?
Steven Lyle Garst has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Steven Lyle Garst go to law school?
Steven Lyle Garst earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact Steven Lyle Garst for a consultation?
You can contact Steven Lyle Garst 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 Steven Lyle Garst received?
Steven Lyle Garst's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Illinois
- 1974
B.A.
Illinois State University
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court of Illinois, Central and Southern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1978

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