Atty. Barry A. Chatz

Atty. Barry A. Chatz

Barry A. Chatz is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, creditors rights, commercial litigation and 2 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Barry A. Chatz at a glance

Barry A. Chatz is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Arnstein & Lehr LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, construction, creditor rights, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1987), California U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. District Court, Central District (1989), and New York (2020). Educated at DePaul University College of Law (J.D., 1987) and University of Wisconsin, Madison (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Barry A. Chatz is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, creditors rights, commercial litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • Barry received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin, Madison in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Barry practices at Arnstein & Lehr LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Barry A. Chatz's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Barry A. Chatz handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Barry A. Chatz is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Illinois →

Construction Law

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Creditor Rights & Collections

Barry A. Chatz is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Barry A. Chatz

Where is Barry A. Chatz's law office located?
Barry A. Chatz's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Arnstein & Lehr LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Barry A. Chatz handle?
Barry A. Chatz focuses on business, bankruptcy, construction, creditor rights, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Barry A. Chatz practiced law?
Barry A. Chatz has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Barry A. Chatz go to law school?
Barry A. Chatz earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact Barry A. Chatz for a consultation?
You can contact Barry A. Chatz 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 Barry A. Chatz received?
Barry A. Chatz's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
DePaul University College of Law
- 1987
B.A.
University of Wisconsin, Madison
- 1984

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1987
California U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. District Court, Central District
Admitted: 1989
New York
Admitted: 2020

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