Atty. Daniel S. Hefter
Daniel S. Hefter is a lawyer practicing business law, business arbitration, business litigation and 6 other areas of law.
Business Arbitration & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 46+ Years Experience
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About Daniel S. Hefter at a Glance
Daniel S. Hefter is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Hefter Law, Ltd.. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1980), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1980), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1981), and U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit (1983). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1980) and University of Illinois (B.S., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago, Illinois State and American (Member, Litigation Section) Bar Associations Chicago Council of Lawyers. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel S. Hefter
- Daniel S. Hefter is a lawyer practicing business law, business arbitration, business litigation and 6 other areas of law
- Daniel received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
- Daniel practices at Hefter Law, Ltd. in Chicago, IL
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Daniel S. Hefter's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel S. Hefter handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Criminal Defense in Chicago
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Business & Corporate Law in Chicago
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Daniel S. Hefter is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →
Civil Litigation in Chicago
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Daniel S. Hefter is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →
Mediation & Arbitration in Chicago
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Daniel S. Hefter is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chicago Choose Daniel S. Hefter
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Daniel S. Hefter's practice in the field of criminal defense, business, litigation, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel S. Hefter brings 46+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit, Daniel S. Hefter can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, business, and litigation, Daniel S. Hefter can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Daniel S. Hefter attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Daniel S. Hefter Handles in Chicago
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