Atty. Allen E. Schechter

Atty. Allen E. Schechter

Allen E. Schechter is a lawyer.

Riverwoods Riverwoods 68 Years Experience 68 year

Profile Summary

About Allen E. Schechter at a glance

Allen E. Schechter is a V.P. based in Riverwoods, Illinois. They have 68+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1958. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1958). Educated at Northwestern University J.D. (—) and University of Chicago B.A. (—). Serves clients in Riverwoods, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Allen E. Schechter is a lawyer
  • Allen received a B.A. degree from University of Chicago, and has been licensed for 68 years
  • Allen practices in Riverwoods, IL

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

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 Riverwoods 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.

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Allen E. Schechter has 68+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1958.
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Education

Northwestern University J.D.
- In Progress
University of Chicago B.A.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1958

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