Atty. Thomas Dean Guest

Atty. Thomas Dean Guest

Thomas Dean Guest is a lawyer practicing corporate law, probate & estate planning, wills & trusts and 2 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from Lake Forest College, and has been licensed for 40 years.

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About Thomas Dean Guest at a glance

Thomas Dean Guest is a Member based in Rochelle, Illinois, practicing at Guest Legal, P.C.. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1986). Educated at Valparaiso University J.D. (—) and Lake Forest College B.A. (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of American Bar Association Illinois State Bar Association. Serands clients in Rochelle, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas Dean Guest is a lawyer practicing corporate law, probate & estate planning, wills & trusts and 2 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from Lake Forest College, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Thomas practices at Guest Legal, P.C. in Rochelle, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Dean Guest's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Dean Guest handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

Thomas Dean Guest is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Illinois →

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.

Thomas Dean Guest 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.

Thomas Dean Guest is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →

Real Estate Law

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

Thomas Dean Guest is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 Rochelle 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 Thomas Dean Guest

Where is Thomas Dean Guest's law office located?
Thomas Dean Guest's law practice is located in Rochelle, Illinois. The firm is Guest Legal, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Dean Guest handle?
Thomas Dean Guest focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Thomas Dean Guest practiced law?
Thomas Dean Guest has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Thomas Dean Guest go to law school?
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How can I contact Thomas Dean Guest for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas Dean Guest received?
Thomas Dean Guest's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

Valparaiso University J.D.
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Lake Forest College B.A.
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Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1986

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