Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Carthage, IL
At Capps Ancelet Rasmussen & Icenogle, we prioritize individualized attention and trust in every case we handle. Our firm traces its roots to 1941, with a legacy of consistent, patient, and professional legal representation in Carthage, Illinois. We specialize in criminal law, business law, estate planning, divorce, agricultural law, family law, real estate law, and municipal law, tailoring solutions to meet each client's unique needs. Our attorneys bring decades of combined experience, emphasizing close client collaboration to ensure informed decision-making. We pride ourselves on maintaining the integrity and competency established by our founding partners.Our practice spans generations, adapting to evolving legal landscapes while preserving core values of excellence and client advocacy. We serve individuals, families, and businesses, offering expertise in both litigation and transactional matters. Our team approach ensures comprehensive representation across diverse legal challenges. With over 100 years of combined experience, we remain committed to achieving optimal results through personalized service. Contact us today to benefit from our enduring dedication to legal excellence in Hancock County and beyond.
Services
Criminal Law
Business Law
Estate Planning
Divorce
Agricultural Law
Family Law
Real Estate Law
Municipal Law
Details
- Year established: 1964
Highlights and features
- We offer over 100 years of combined legal experience in Hancock County.
- Our attorneys provide personalized attention to every case and client.
- We specialize in diverse practice areas including agricultural and municipal law.
- Our firm has served the Carthage community since 1964.
- We maintain a team approach to complex legal problem-solving.
Services
Estate Planning
We help clients create comprehensive estate plans using wills, trusts, and advanced directives. Our attorneys guide individuals through succession planning, tax strategies, and asset protection tailored to personal circumstances. With expertise in revocable and irrevocable trusts, we ensure your legacy is preserved according to your wishes while minimizing tax implications for beneficiaries.
Criminal Law
Our criminal defense team protects constitutional rights for charges ranging from DUIs to serious felony offenses. We represent clients in court proceedings, handle expungement requests, and provide FOID card reinstatement assistance. With decades of local courtroom experience, we develop strategic defenses tailored to each case's specific circumstances and evidence.
Business Law
We advise businesses on entity formation, contract negotiations, and regulatory compliance. Our services include drafting partnership agreements, handling business acquisitions, and resolving commercial disputes. We work closely with agricultural operations and local enterprises to develop legal strategies that support long-term growth and operational efficiency.
Agricultural Law
Our firm specializes in agricultural legal matters including land use, succession planning, and agribusiness contracts. We assist with farm entity formation, equipment financing, and real estate transactions specific to agricultural operations. Our attorneys understand the unique challenges facing farming families and agribusinesses in Hancock County.
Family Law
We handle all aspects of family law including divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, and spousal support determinations. Our attorneys provide compassionate representation for domestic relations matters while advocating for clients' parental rights and financial interests through negotiation or litigation when necessary.
People
Eric G. Icenogle
Partner
Partner with extensive experience in general practice law. Committed to personalized client representation and community legal service since 2011. Focuses on achieving practical legal solutions through collaborative approaches.
Mariah M. Wallace
Partner
Partner bringing contemporary legal perspectives to the firm's traditional values. Specializes in modern legal challenges while maintaining commitment to individual client attention and community service since joining in 2018.
Albert V. Ancelet
Of Counsel
Senior attorney with decades of local legal experience. Provides strategic guidance on complex cases while maintaining the firm's founding principles of integrity and professional excellence since joining in 1975.
Questions
What areas of law does Capps, Ancelet, Icenogle & Wallace handle?
We specialize in criminal law, business law, estate planning, divorce, agricultural law, family law, real estate law, and municipal law.
How long has the firm been practicing in Carthage?
Our attorneys have served the Carthage community since 1964, with roots dating back to 1941.
What makes your firm different from other law practices?
We combine decades of local experience with a personalized approach to every case and client.
Can I schedule a consultation with an attorney?
Yes, call (217) 357-2107 or use our contact form to arrange a consultation.
Do you handle both litigation and transactional matters?
Our practice includes both courtroom representation and transactional work like business formations and estate planning.
