Atty. William Joseph Hanley

Atty. William Joseph Hanley

William Joseph Hanley is a lawyer practicing estate planning. William received a B.A. degree from Augustana College in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Peoria Peoria 37 yrs experience 37 year
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About William Joseph Hanley at a glance

William Joseph Hanley is a estate planning attorney based in Peoria, Illinois. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1989) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1989). Educated at Pepperdine University (J.D., 1989) and Augustana College (B.A., 1986). Serands clients in Peoria, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William Joseph Hanley is a lawyer practicing estate planning
  • William received a B.A. degree from Augustana College in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • William practices in Peoria, IL

Practice Areas Explained

William Joseph Hanley's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Joseph Hanley 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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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 Peoria 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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Where is William Joseph Hanley's law office located?
William Joseph Hanley's law practice is located in Peoria, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Joseph Hanley handle?
William Joseph Hanley focuses on estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has William Joseph Hanley practiced law?
William Joseph Hanley has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did William Joseph Hanley go to law school?
William Joseph Hanley earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1986).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Pepperdine University
- 1989
B.A.
Augustana College
- 1986

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1989

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