Atty. Brian B. Gilbert

Atty. Brian B. Gilbert

Brian B. Gilbert is a lawyer practicing corporate & incorporation, commercial, business counseling and transactional group.

Chicago Chicago 39 Years Experience 39 year
Call (312) 748-0609

Profile Summary

About Brian B. Gilbert at a glance

Brian B. Gilbert is a Managing Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Gould & Ratner LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on formation and business. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1987). Educated at Duke University School of Law (J.D., 1987) and University of Illinois (B.S. Accountancy, 1984). Active member of Chicago, Illinois State and American Bar Associations Chicago Council of Lawyers. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Brian B. Gilbert is a lawyer practicing corporate & incorporation, commercial, business counseling and transactional group
  • Brian received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Brian practices at Gould & Ratner LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Brian B. Gilbert's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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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 venue, 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 Brian B. Gilbert

Where is Brian B. Gilbert's law office located?
Brian B. Gilbert's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Gould & Ratner LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brian B. Gilbert handle?
Brian B. Gilbert focuses on formation, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Brian B. Gilbert practiced law?
Brian B. Gilbert has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Brian B. Gilbert go to law school?
Brian B. Gilbert earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.S. Accountancy, 1984).
How can I contact Brian B. Gilbert for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Duke University School of Law
- 1987
B.S. Accountancy
University of Illinois
- 1984

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1987

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