Atty. Charles E. Schrank

Atty. Charles E. Schrank

Charles E. Schrank is a lawyer practicing real estate, mergers & acquisitions, commercial and 10 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About Charles E. Schrank at a glance

Charles E. Schrank is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Sidley Austin LLP. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, and m&a. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1986), Wisconsin (1986), and Illinois (1990). Educated at University of Wisconsin (J.D., 1986) and University of Wisconsin (B.B.A., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Charles E. Schrank is a lawyer practicing real estate, mergers & acquisitions, commercial and 10 other areas of law
  • Charles received a B.B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Charles practices at Sidley Austin LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Charles E. Schrank's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charles E. Schrank 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.

Charles E. Schrank is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →

Real Estate Law

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

Charles E. Schrank is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Charles E. Schrank 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 E. Schrank

Where is Charles E. Schrank's law office located?
Charles E. Schrank's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Sidley Austin LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Charles E. Schrank handle?
Charles E. Schrank focuses on business, real estate, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Charles E. Schrank practiced law?
Charles E. Schrank has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Charles E. Schrank go to law school?
Charles E. Schrank earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.B.A., 1983).
How can I contact Charles E. Schrank for a consultation?
You can contact Charles E. Schrank 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 Charles E. Schrank received?
Charles E. Schrank's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Wisconsin
- 1986
B.B.A.
University of Wisconsin
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1986
Wisconsin
Admitted: 1986
Illinois
Admitted: 1990

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