Atty. Brett N. Cagan

Atty. Brett N. Cagan

Brett N. Cagan is a lawyer practicing estate planning, trusts and estates, wills and 8 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 29 yrs experience 29 year
Call (224) 371-4758 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Brett N. Cagan at a glance

Brett N. Cagan is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Patzik, Frank & Samotny Ltd.. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1997). Educated at Valparaiso University School of Law (J.D., 1997) and Indiana University (B.S., 1992). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Brett N. Cagan is a lawyer practicing estate planning, trusts and estates, wills and 8 other areas of law
  • Brett N. received a B.S. degree from Indiana University in 1992, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Brett N. practices at Patzik, Frank & Samotny Ltd. in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Brett N. Cagan's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

Brett N. Cagan is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Illinois →

Trusts

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Probate

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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.

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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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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 N. Cagan

Where is Brett N. Cagan's law office located?
Brett N. Cagan's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Patzik, Frank & Samotny Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brett N. Cagan handle?
Brett N. Cagan focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Brett N. Cagan practiced law?
Brett N. Cagan has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Brett N. Cagan go to law school?
Brett N. Cagan earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.S., 1992).
How can I contact Brett N. Cagan for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Valparaiso University School of Law
- 1997
B.S.
Indiana University
- 1992

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1997

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