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Justin Michael Raver
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Biography
Justin Raver focuses his practice in agricultural law and is experienced in the areas of law that agriculture touches including business, bankruptcy, real estate, estate planning and succession planning, commercial law and banking. He is a former Assistant US Attorney who represented the United States as a creditor in bankruptcy cases. He previously served as the CEO of the Barash & Everett law firm. Justin is also a US Navy veteran and was assigned as a sonarman and damage control petty officer to the USS Nevada, an Ohio-class ballistic missile submarine. He has been a pro bono attorney for non-profit organizations like the Orpheum Theater and is involved in community theater throughout Western Illinois.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Real Estate
40%
19 years
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
25%
18 years
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
15%
18 years
Estate Planning
10%
19 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Illinois for 18 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
Online Presence
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Posted by anonymous | August 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Real estate
Justin Raver represented me and my daughter in a real estate dealing, drawing up an unusual mortgage agreement between us. He was thorough, efficient and very accessible through it all as was his paralegal Fran. I would highly recommend Justin to anyone looking for a personal touch with a very profes...
Posted by Shirley | February 06, 2013 | Divorce & Separation
Efficient, Friendly, Compassionate
Attorney Raver represented me in a very lengthy divorce proceeding. He kept me informed every step of the way, either by phone or by letter. He was always timely for appointments, meetings, hearings, paperwork, and in returning telephone calls, etc. He never shuffled me off to another member of h...
Justin Michael Raver's Lawyer Endorsements
"Justin is knowledgeable and experienced with real estate issues. He effectively resolves matters with excellent client communication."
"Justin has experience in a variety of practice areas including bankruptcy, business formation/litigation, and estate planning. This allows him to provide knowledgeable representation in any number of circumstances."
"I work with this lawyer and strongly endorse his work."
"Justin is extremely bright and impressive in his analysis of problems. He's hard working, creative and I appreciate how he is able to think outside of the box."
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Experience
Honors
2005
Bartlyk fellowship, Southern Illinois University School of Law
Work Experience
2013 - Present
CEO Partner, Barash & Everett, LLC
Associations
2014 - Present
Henry County Bar AssociationPresident
2013 - Present
Central Illinois Insolvency Professionals AssociationDirector
2007 - Present
Illinois State Bar Association
2012 - 2014
Henry County Bar AssociationVice President
2010 - 2012
Henry County Bar AssociationSecretary/Treasurer
2008 - 2013
American Bankruptcy Institute
Sample of Legal Cases
Mercer v. Tumbleson et al.
Summary judgment upheld on appeal
Education
2007
Southern Illinois University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
Southern Illinois University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Patricia Rhodes Cepican CLE Series
Bankruptcy issues in divorce cases
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can husband take my only transportation and sell it during divorce proceedings leaving me stranded at work?
19 Feb 2010
Q&A
Can a minor sign a contract for anything in Illinois?
19 Feb 2010
Q&A
Am I liable for deceased spouse's credit card debt in Illinois
09 Feb 2010