Atty. William Lehn Cleaver

Atty. William Lehn Cleaver

William Lehn Cleaver is a lawyer practicing elder law, wills & living wills, corporate law and 5 other areas of law. William received a B.A. degree from Augustana College in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years.

Moline Moline 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About William Lehn Cleaver at a glance

William Lehn Cleaver is a Member based in Moline, Illinois. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1974), Illinois (1975), U.S. District Court Northern District of Illinois (1975), and U.S. District Court Southern District of Iowa (1975). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1974) and Augustana College (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Moline, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William Lehn Cleaver is a lawyer practicing elder law, wills & living wills, corporate law and 5 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from Augustana College in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • William practices in Moline, IL

Practice Areas Explained

William Lehn Cleaver's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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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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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

William Lehn Cleaver 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.

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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 Moline 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 Lehn Cleaver

Where is William Lehn Cleaver's law office located?
William Lehn Cleaver's law practice is located in Moline, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Lehn Cleaver handle?
William Lehn Cleaver 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 William Lehn Cleaver practiced law?
William Lehn Cleaver has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did William Lehn Cleaver go to law school?
William Lehn Cleaver earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact William Lehn Cleaver for a consultation?
You can contact William Lehn Cleaver 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 Lehn Cleaver received?
William Lehn Cleaver's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Iowa
- 1974
B.A.
Augustana College
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1974
Illinois
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court Southern District of Iowa
Admitted: 1975

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