Atty. Thomas Michael Shields
Thomas Michael Shields is a lawyer practicing elder law & advocacy, municipal law, real estate and 2 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.S. degree from Illinois State University, and has been licensed for 51 years.
Elder Law & Advocacy & More Attorney · Serving Lexington, IL · 51+ Years Experience
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About Thomas Michael Shields at a Glance
Thomas Michael Shields is a Member based in Lexington, Illinois, practicing at Thomas M. Shields. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on estate planning, real estate, tax, elder law, and government. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1975). Educated at John Marshall Law School J.D. (—) and Illinois State University B.S. (—). Serves clients in Lexington, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Thomas Michael Shields
- Thomas Michael Shields is a lawyer practicing elder law & advocacy, municipal law, real estate and 2 other areas of law
- Thomas received a B.S. degree from Illinois State University, and has been licensed for 51 years
- Thomas practices at Thomas M. Shields in Lexington, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Thomas Michael Shields's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Michael Shields handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Lexington.
Estate Planning & Probate in Lexington
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Thomas Michael Shields is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →
Real Estate Law in Lexington
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Thomas Michael Shields is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →
Tax Law in Lexington
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Thomas Michael Shields is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Illinois →
Elder Law in Lexington
Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
Thomas Michael Shields is one of 52,999 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Illinois →
Government & Administrative Law in Lexington
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Thomas Michael Shields is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Lexington
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 Lexington 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 venue, 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.
Lexington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Lexington-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Lexington Choose Thomas Michael Shields
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Thomas Michael Shields's practice in the field of estate planning, real estate, tax, elder law, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Thomas Michael Shields brings 51+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering estate planning, real estate, and tax, Thomas Michael Shields can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Lexington
A Lexington-based practice means Thomas Michael Shields attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Thomas Michael Shields Handles in Lexington
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Thomas Michael Shields has experience with under Illinois law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Thomas Michael Shields directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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