Atty. Burton A. Brown

Atty. Burton A. Brown

Burton A. Brown is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, personal injury, litigation and 4 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About Burton A. Brown at a glance

Burton A. Brown is a formation, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and business attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1975). Educated at Hamline University (J.D., 1975) and State University of New York at Buffalo (B.S., 1971). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Burton A. Brown is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, personal injury, litigation and 4 other areas of law
  • Burton received a B.S. degree from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Burton practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Burton A. Brown's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Burton A. Brown handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business Formation

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Burton A. Brown is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Burton A. Brown is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Illinois →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Burton A. Brown is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Illinois →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Burton A. Brown is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business 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 Burton A. Brown

Where is Burton A. Brown's law office located?
Burton A. Brown's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Burton A. Brown handle?
Burton A. Brown focuses on formation, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Burton A. Brown practiced law?
Burton A. Brown has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Burton A. Brown go to law school?
Burton A. Brown earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.S., 1971).
How can I contact Burton A. Brown for a consultation?
You can contact Burton A. Brown 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 Burton A. Brown received?
Burton A. Brown's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Hamline University
- 1975
B.S.
State University of New York at Buffalo
- 1971

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1975

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