Atty. Brett Allan August

Atty. Brett Allan August

Brett Allan August is a lawyer practicing automobiles & components, banks, capital goods and 13 other areas of law. Brett received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Chicago Chicago 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About Brett Allan August at a glance

Brett Allan August is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Pattishall, McAuliffe, Newbury, Hilliard & Geraldson LLP. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on real estate, consumer, health care, insurance, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1977). Educated at Yale Law School (J.D. Associate, 1977) and University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Provides legal services in French. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Brett Allan August is a lawyer practicing automobiles & components, banks, capital goods and 13 other areas of law
  • Brett received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Brett practices at Pattishall, McAuliffe, Newbury, Hilliard & Geraldson LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Brett Allan August's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Consumer Protection

Consumer protection attorneys for fraud, lemon law, debt harassment, and deceptive trade practices.

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Health Care Law

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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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 Brett Allan August

Where is Brett Allan August's law office located?
Brett Allan August's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Pattishall, McAuliffe, Newbury, Hilliard & Geraldson LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brett Allan August handle?
Brett Allan August focuses on real estate, consumer, health care, insurance, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Brett Allan August practiced law?
Brett Allan August has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
What languages does Brett Allan August speak?
Brett Allan August provides legal services in French. Bilingual representation can be especially important when contracts, testimony, or court filings require accurate translation.
Where did Brett Allan August go to law school?
Brett Allan August earned their education at (J.D. Associate, 1977); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Brett Allan August for a consultation?
You can contact Brett Allan August 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 Brett Allan August received?
Brett Allan August's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Associate
Yale Law School
- 1977
B.A.
University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign
- 1974

Languages

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1977

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