Atty. Brian L. Shaw

Atty. Brian L. Shaw

Brian L. Shaw is a lawyer practicing commercial bankruptcy & restructuring, crisis management, liquidation and 4 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About Brian L. Shaw at a glance

Brian L. Shaw is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Cozen O'Connor. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois Federal Trial Bar, Northern Distr (1993). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1993) and Tufts University (B.A., 1989). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Brian L. Shaw is a lawyer practicing commercial bankruptcy & restructuring, crisis management, liquidation and 4 other areas of law
  • Brian received a B.A. degree from Tufts University in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Brian practices at Cozen O'Connor in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Brian L. Shaw's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian L. Shaw 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.

Brian L. Shaw is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

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

Brian L. Shaw is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Brian L. Shaw

Where is Brian L. Shaw's law office located?
Brian L. Shaw's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Cozen O'Connor. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brian L. Shaw handle?
Brian L. Shaw focuses on business, bankruptcy, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Brian L. Shaw practiced law?
Brian L. Shaw has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Brian L. Shaw go to law school?
Brian L. Shaw earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1989).
How can I contact Brian L. Shaw for a consultation?
You can contact Brian L. Shaw 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 Brian L. Shaw received?
Brian L. Shaw's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Illinois
- 1993
B.A.
Tufts University
- 1989

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois Federal Trial Bar, Northern Distr
Admitted: 1993

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