Atty. William J. Sheehan

Atty. William J. Sheehan

William J. Sheehan is a lawyer practicing adoption, real estate, taxation and 2 other areas of law.

Springfield Springfield 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About William J. Sheehan at a glance

William J. Sheehan is a Member based in Springfield, Illinois, practicing at Sheehan & Sheehan, Lawyers, P.C.. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, real estate, tax, and adoption. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1978) and U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois (1979). Educated at St. Louis University (J.D., 1978) and St. Louis University (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Sangamon County Bar Association (President 1997-1998) Illinois State Bar Association. Serands clients in Springfield, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William J. Sheehan is a lawyer practicing adoption, real estate, taxation and 2 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from St. Louis University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • William practices at Sheehan & Sheehan, Lawyers, P.C. in Springfield, IL

Practice Areas Explained

William J. Sheehan's Areas of Practice

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

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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Real Estate Law

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

William J. Sheehan is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

William J. Sheehan is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Illinois →

Adoption

William J. Sheehan is one of 15,997 adoption attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adoption 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 Springfield 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 J. Sheehan

Where is William J. Sheehan's law office located?
William J. Sheehan's law practice is located in Springfield, Illinois. The firm is Sheehan & Sheehan, Lawyers, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William J. Sheehan handle?
William J. Sheehan focuses on probate, estate planning, real estate, tax, adoption. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has William J. Sheehan practiced law?
William J. Sheehan has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did William J. Sheehan go to law school?
William J. Sheehan earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact William J. Sheehan for a consultation?
You can contact William J. Sheehan 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 William J. Sheehan received?
William J. Sheehan's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
St. Louis University
- 1978
B.A.
St. Louis University
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 1979

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