Atty. William Francis Knee

Atty. William Francis Knee

William Francis Knee is a lawyer practicing estate planning, real estate, elder law & advocacy and 8 other areas of law. William received a B.A. degree from University of Colorado at Boulder in 1991, and has been licensed for 31 years.

Mount Prospect Mount Prospect 31 yrs experience 31 year
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About William Francis Knee at a glance

William Francis Knee is a Member based in Mount Prospect, Illinois, practicing at Knee Law Firm, Ltd.. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, family law, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1995). Educated at Northern Illinois University (J.D., 1995) and University of Colorado at Boulder (B.A., 1991). Active member of DuPage County Bar Association (Chairman, Legal Aid Committee, 2005-2006 Member: Family Law Committee Publications Board) Illinois State Bar Association. Serands clients in Mount Prospect, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William Francis Knee is a lawyer practicing estate planning, real estate, elder law & advocacy and 8 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from University of Colorado at Boulder in 1991, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • William practices at Knee Law Firm, Ltd. in Mount Prospect, IL

Practice Areas Explained

William Francis Knee's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Francis Knee handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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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.

William Francis Knee is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →

Business & Corporate Law

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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 Mount Prospect 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 William Francis Knee

Where is William Francis Knee's law office located?
William Francis Knee's law practice is located in Mount Prospect, Illinois. The firm is Knee Law Firm, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Francis Knee handle?
William Francis Knee focuses on trusts, probate, family law, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has William Francis Knee practiced law?
William Francis Knee has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did William Francis Knee go to law school?
William Francis Knee earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1991).
How can I contact William Francis Knee for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Northern Illinois University
- 1995
B.A.
University of Colorado at Boulder
- 1991

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1995

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