Atty. Brian M. Schafer
Brian M. Schafer is a lawyer practicing antitrust / trade law, mergers / acquisitions, securities offerings.
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Brian M. Schafer is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Winston & Strawn LLP. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on m&a and securities. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1996). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1996) and Georgetown University (B.A., 1991). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Brian M. Schafer is a lawyer practicing antitrust / trade law, mergers / acquisitions, securities offerings
- Brian received a B.A. degree from Georgetown University in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years
- Brian practices at Winston & Strawn LLP in Chicago, IL
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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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