Atty. Charles A. Semmelhack

Atty. Charles A. Semmelhack

Atty. Charles A.

Chicago Chicago 41 yrs experience 41 year
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About Charles A. Semmelhack at a glance

Charles A. Semmelhack is an Attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Howard & Howard Attorneys PLLC. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, ip, bankruptcy, and m&a. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1985), Wisconsin (1985), and California (2004). Educated at Northwestern University (B.A. Economics, 1982) and University of Wisconsin Law School J.D. cum laude University of Wisconsin Law School J.D. 1985 Law Journal: Senior Editor and Writer (—). Active member of Memberships •Chicago Bar Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Atty. Charles A. Semmelhack is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & creditors' rights, business & corporate law, intellectual property and 3 other areas of law
  • Charles received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Charles practices at Howard & Howard Attorneys PLLC in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Charles A. Semmelhack's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charles A. Semmelhack 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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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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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.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Charles A. Semmelhack is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a 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 Charles A. Semmelhack

Where is Charles A. Semmelhack's law office located?
Charles A. Semmelhack's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Howard & Howard Attorneys PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Charles A. Semmelhack handle?
Charles A. Semmelhack focuses on business, real estate, ip, bankruptcy, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Charles A. Semmelhack practiced law?
Charles A. Semmelhack has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Charles A. Semmelhack go to law school?
Charles A. Semmelhack earned their education at (B.A. Economics, 1982); (—).
How can I contact Charles A. Semmelhack for a consultation?
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Education

B.A. Economics
Northwestern University
- 1982
University of Wisconsin Law School J.D. cum laude University of Wisconsin Law School J.D. 1985 Law Journal: Senior Editor and Writer
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1985
Wisconsin
Admitted: 1985
California
Admitted: 2004

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