Atty. Bernard Wiczer

Atty. Bernard Wiczer

Bernard Wiczer is a lawyer practicing financial reorganization, bankruptcy, plaintiff and defense counsel and 10 other areas of law. Bernard received a B.S.B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1959, and has been licensed for 64 years.

Chicago Chicago 64 yrs experience 64 year
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Profile Summary

About Bernard Wiczer at a glance

Bernard Wiczer is an Of Counsel based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Foreman Friedman P.A.. They have 64+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1962. Their practice focuses on divorce, trusts, estate planning, bankruptcy, and class action. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1962), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1963), U.S. Tax Court and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth and Seventh Circuits (1974), and Indiana U.S. District Court, District of Panama (1979). Educated at University of Chicago (J.D., 1962) and Northwestern University (B.S.B.A., 1959). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago (Member, Tax Committee, 1971-), Illinois State and American (Former Vice Chairman, Bankruptcy Committee) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Bernard Wiczer is a lawyer practicing financial reorganization, bankruptcy, plaintiff and defense counsel and 10 other areas of law
  • Bernard received a B.S.B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1959, and has been licensed for 64 years
  • Bernard practices at Foreman Friedman P.A. in Chicago, IL and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Bernard Wiczer's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Trusts

Bernard Wiczer is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Illinois →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Bernard Wiczer is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →

Bankruptcy & Debt

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

Bernard Wiczer is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Illinois →

Class Action

Bernard Wiczer is one of 26,424 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in Illinois →

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 Bernard Wiczer

Where is Bernard Wiczer's law office located?
Bernard Wiczer's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Foreman Friedman P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bernard Wiczer handle?
Bernard Wiczer focuses on divorce, trusts, estate planning, bankruptcy, class action. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Bernard Wiczer practiced law?
Bernard Wiczer has 64+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1962.
Where did Bernard Wiczer go to law school?
Bernard Wiczer earned their education at (J.D., 1962); (B.S.B.A., 1959).
How can I contact Bernard Wiczer for a consultation?
You can contact Bernard Wiczer 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 Bernard Wiczer received?
Bernard Wiczer's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Chicago
- 1962
B.S.B.A.
Northwestern University
- 1959

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1962
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1963
U.S. Tax Court and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth and Seventh Circuits
Admitted: 1974
Indiana U.S. District Court, District of Panama
Admitted: 1979

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