Atty. Daniel Thomas Sherlock
Daniel Thomas Sherlock is a lawyer practicing corporate tax planning, finance and transactions, international taxation and 5 other areas of law. Daniel received a B.A. degree from Loyola University of Chicago in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years.
Corporate Tax Planning & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 45+ Years Experience
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About Daniel Thomas Sherlock at a Glance
Daniel Thomas Sherlock is a Shareholder based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Vedder Price. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on irs, business, tax, m&a, and international tax. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1981), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1981), U.S. Tax Court (1989), and U.S. Claims Court (1990). Educated at New York University (LL.M. Taxation, 1987) and Loyola University of Chicago (B.A., 1978). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel Thomas Sherlock
- Daniel Thomas Sherlock is a lawyer practicing corporate tax planning, finance and transactions, international taxation and 5 other areas of law
- Daniel received a B.A. degree from Loyola University of Chicago in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
- Daniel practices at Vedder Price in Chicago, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel Thomas Sherlock's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel Thomas Sherlock handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
IRS Disputes & Audits in Chicago
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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.
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Tax Law in Chicago
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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Mergers & Acquisitions in Chicago
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International Tax in Chicago
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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 Thomas Sherlock
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 Thomas Sherlock's practice in the field of irs, business, tax, m&a, and international tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel Thomas Sherlock brings 45+ 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. Tax Court, Daniel Thomas Sherlock can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering irs, business, and tax, Daniel Thomas Sherlock 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 Thomas Sherlock attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Daniel Thomas Sherlock Handles in Chicago
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