Atty. Arthur Theodore Susman

Atty. Arthur Theodore Susman

Arthur Theodore Susman is a lawyer practicing securities, corporate, antitrust and 4 other areas of law. Arthur received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1955, and has been licensed for 68 years.

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Profile Summary

About Arthur Theodore Susman at a glance

Arthur Theodore Susman is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Susman Heffner & Hurst LLP. They have 68+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1958. Their practice focuses on employment, business, class action, securities, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1958) and U.S. Supreme Court (1971). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1958) and University of Illinois (B.S., 1955). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Arthur Theodore Susman is a lawyer practicing securities, corporate, antitrust and 4 other areas of law
  • Arthur received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1955, and has been licensed for 68 years
  • Arthur practices at Susman Heffner & Hurst LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Arthur Theodore Susman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Arthur Theodore Susman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Class Action

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Securities Law

Arthur Theodore Susman is one of 64,529 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

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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 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 andnue, 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Arthur Theodore Susman

Where is Arthur Theodore Susman's law office located?
Arthur Theodore Susman's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Susman Heffner & Hurst LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Arthur Theodore Susman handle?
Arthur Theodore Susman focuses on employment, business, class action, securities, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Arthur Theodore Susman practiced law?
Arthur Theodore Susman has 68+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1958.
Where did Arthur Theodore Susman go to law school?
Arthur Theodore Susman earned their education at (J.D., 1958); (B.S., 1955).
How can I contact Arthur Theodore Susman for a consultation?
You can contact Arthur Theodore Susman directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Arthur Theodore Susman received?
Arthur Theodore Susman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Northwestern University
- 1958
B.S.
University of Illinois
- 1955

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1958
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1971

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