About Edward J. Blake

Edward J — Blake Jr. practices household regulation in Belleville, Illinois. He has been a managing shareholder at Blake Behme Law Group, P.C. since 2017. The company specializes in various regions, which includes divorce, estate making plans, and foreclosure defense. Located within the coronary heart of Belleville, the firm serves clients across the region with a focus on family-associated legal matters. He earned his J.D. from Saint Louis University School of Law in 1979.

Prior to that, he completed his MBA at Southern Illinois University - Edwardsville in 1977 and a B.S. at Saint Louis University in 1975. He later obtained a LL.M. in Taxation from Washington University in St. Louis in 1982. This extensive educational background gave him a diverse talent set that benefits his clients. Most of his practice revolves around family regulation, but he additionally handles cases in estate planning, estate administration, and property law. His knowledge consists of representing clients in divorce proceedings and mediation.

Cases typically contain negotiations, court appearances, and settlement negotiations. He has been a lawyer since 1978 and has accrued an experience through the years, including roles as an assistant states lawyer and regulation clerk. Before his recent position, he served as managing partner at various law companies and has been concerned within the legal network for decades. His contributions extend past the courtroom, as he's a member of several expert associations, including the Illinois State Bar and the American Bar Association. He is likewise active in public service work, contributing to numerous nearby organizations such as the Belleville Area Humane Society and the Greater St. Louis Honor Flight. In addition to his legal practice, he is committed to giving back to the community. His involvement spans a number of charitable organizations, which includes the Ronald McDonald House Charities and the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

He believes in helping local initiatives that decorate the standard of life in Belleville and nearby areas. His dedication to both regulation and community service supports his creating a sure impact. Edward J. Blake Jr. stays a reputable figure in the legal community, known for his extensive knowledge and knowledge in family law. His company continues to develop, providing comprehensive legal offerings to clients dealing with complicated household issues. With a profession spanning numerous many years, he has based himself as a reliable advocate for those in need of legal assistance.

Education

Washington University in St. Louis

LL.M. (1982) | Taxation

1982

Saint Louis University School of Law

J.D. (1978)

1979

Southern Illinois University - Edwardsville

MBA (1977)

1977

Saint Louis University

B.S. (1975)

1975

Languages

English (Spoken, Written) Spanish (Spoken)

Experience

Managing Partner

Blake Behme Gilbreth Links, P.C.
2017

Managing Partner

Blake Behme Law Group, P.C.
2014

Board has membership

Brehm Preparatory School
2011

Managing Partner

Blake Law Group, P.C.
2011

Managing Partner

Blake & Allen, P.C.
2004

Lawyer

Edward J. Blake, Jr, P.C.
1983

Assistant States Lawyer

St. Clair County
1981

Board has membership

Belleville Public School District #118 School Board
1979

Lawyer

Pope & Driemeyer
1978

Law Clerk

Listeman, Bandy & Hamilton
1977

Law Clerk

Kassly Bone Becker & Carlson
1976

Law Clerk

Cadagin, Cain & Tognarelli
1976

Third Round Draft Choice

Baltimore Orioles
1970

Accepted Jurisdictions

Illinois

Court Admissions

Illinois State Courts State Trial Court

Types of Cases Handled

Family Law Divorce Estate Planning Foreclosure Defense Probate Real Estate Law Tax Law Agricultural Law Arbitration & Mediation Domestic Violence Elder Law

Legal Services Scope

Negotiations Court Appearances Settlement Discussions

Professional Associations

Illinois State Bar

has membership Current

Belleville Area Humane Society

Contributor Current

John Burroughs School

Contributor Current

Refuse to Lose - Mike Kelley Foundation

Contributor Current

This Able Vereran (TAV)

Contributor Current

Immaculate Conception Catholic Grade School

Contributor Current

Helping Strays of Monroe County

Contributor Current

Fisher House Foundation

Contributor Current

Carlyle Youth Sports

Contributor Current

Boys Football Club of Belleville

Contributor Current

Collinsville High School

Contributor Current

Southwest Illinois College

Contributor Current

Granite City High School

Contributor Current

Granite City Park District

Contributor Current

Stray Rescue of St. Louis

Contributor Current

Hospice of Southern Illinois

Contributor Current

Shriners Hospital for Children

Contributor Current

Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

Contributor Current

Greater St. Louis Honor Flight

Contributor Current

Leukemia and Lymphoma Society

Contributor Current

Boy Scouts of America

Contributor Current

American Agricultural Law Association

has membership Current

American Bar Association

has membership Current

American Institute of Family Law Lawyers

has membership Current

Madison County Bar Association

has membership Current

St. Clair County Bar Association

has membership Current

Edwardsville High School

Contributor Current

Metro East Lutheran High School

Contributor Current

Edwardsville Chamber of Commerce

Contributor Current

United Way of Greater St. Louis

Contributor Current

Brehm Preparatory School

Contributor Current

Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois

Contributor Current

YMCA

Contributor Current

Susan G. Komen Cancer

Contributor Current

Ronald McDonald House Charities

Contributor Current

American Red Cross

Contributor Current

Big Brothers/Big Sisters of America

Contributor Current

Gibault Catholic High School

Contributor Current

Althoff Catholic High School

Contributor Current

Office Locations

Main Office

 521 West Main Street Suite 100 Belleville IL 62220

Office 2

 207 North Main Street Suite 103 Columbia IL 62236

Office 3

 1355 North Bluff Road, Suite B Collinsville IL 62234

Office 4

 32 Country Club View Drive Edwardsville IL 62025

Office 5

 305 West Professional Park Avenue Effingham IL 62401

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