Closely Held Business Law & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 58+ Years Experience
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About Alan E. Sohn at a Glance
Alan E. Sohn is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Law Offices of Alan E. Sohn. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1968), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar and U.S. Court of Appeals, Se (1969), and U.S. Supreme Court (1981). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1968) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago Bar Association. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Alan E. Sohn
- Mr. Alan E. Sohn is a lawyer practicing closely held business law, estate planning, probate and 4 other areas of law
- Alan received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years
- Alan practices at Law Offices of Alan E. Sohn in Chicago, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Alan E. Sohn's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Alan E. Sohn handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Probate in Chicago
Alan E. Sohn is one of 127,041 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Illinois →
Estate Planning & Probate in Chicago
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Alan E. Sohn is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →
Business & Corporate Law in Chicago
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Alan E. Sohn is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →
Real Estate Law in Chicago
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Alan E. Sohn is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →
Civil Litigation in Chicago
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Alan E. Sohn is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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 Chicago 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 venue, 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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chicago Choose Alan E. Sohn
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Alan E. Sohn's practice in the field of probate, estate planning, business, real estate, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Alan E. Sohn brings 58+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar and U.S. Court of Appeals, Se, and U.S. Supreme Court, Alan E. Sohn can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering probate, estate planning, and business, Alan E. Sohn can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Alan E. Sohn attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Alan E. Sohn Handles in Chicago
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