About
With over 35 years of experience, Richard J Coffee is a skilled attorney in various areas of law, including family law, business, real estate, and more. Richard J Coffee is a highly experienced lawyer based in Belleville, Illinois, with a career spanning more than 35 years. He specializes in a wide range of legal areas, including business, real estate, insurance, education, juvenile court, probate, trusts, bankruptcy, foreclosure, and family law. His diverse experience allows him to provide comprehensive legal services to his clients, ensuring that their needs are met effectively. One of Richard Coffee\s areas of expertise is family law, where he has extensive advocacy experience. He has represented clients from various backgrounds, including current or retired military personnel, families facing state jurisdictional issues due to relocation, and individuals dealing with retirement valuation and division matters. Additionally, Richard Coffee has handled cases involving public education issues, showcasing his commitment to serving the community. Prior to establishing his private practice in southwestern Illinois 16 years ago, Richard Coffee served as counsel to the Illinois State Board of Education and legal counsel to Illinois public universities. He is licensed to practice law in both Illinois and Missouri and is admitted to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court and the U.S. District Courts for Northern, Central, and Southern Illinois. Richard Coffee earned his law degree from the University of Illinois College of Law and holds a degree in broadcasting from Southern Illinois University at Carbondale. He is an active member of the Chicago Bar Association and The Missouri Bar, and he has held leadership positions in various legal organizations, including serving as the former President of the Monroe County Bar Association and chair of the Illinois State Bar Association Education Law Section Council. In addition, Richard Coffee has served as a judge for the National Health Law Moot Court Competition sponsored by Southern Illinois University School of Law and has been recognized in Marquis Who\s Who publications for his contributions to the legal field. Overall, Richard J Coffee is a dedicated and experienced lawyer who is committed to providing high-quality legal representation to his clients in Belleville, Illinois, and beyond.
Legal Issues
- Divorce
- Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
- Family Law
- Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father s Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
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