Atty. Alan William Schmidt
Alan William Schmidt is a lawyer practicing probate law, trusts law, real estate law and 1 other area of law. Alan received a A.B. degree from Knox College in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years.
Probate Law & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 54+ Years Experience
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About Alan William Schmidt at a Glance
Alan William Schmidt is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Drost & Schmidt, Ltd.. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1972). Educated at Loyola University at Chicago (J.D., 1971) and Knox College (A.B., 1968). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Alan William Schmidt
- Alan William Schmidt is a lawyer practicing probate law, trusts law, real estate law and 1 other area of law
- Alan received a A.B. degree from Knox College in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years
- Alan practices at Drost & Schmidt, Ltd. in Chicago, IL
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Alan William Schmidt's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Alan William Schmidt handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Trusts in Chicago
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Probate in Chicago
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Real Estate Law in Chicago
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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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 William Schmidt
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 William Schmidt's practice in the field of trusts, probate, and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Alan William Schmidt brings 54+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and real estate, Alan William Schmidt 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 William Schmidt attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Alan William Schmidt Handles in Chicago
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