Atty. David A. Laverty
David A. Laverty is a lawyer practicing commercial, corporate & incorporation, international law.
Commercial & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 42+ Years Experience
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About David A. Laverty at a Glance
David A. Laverty is a Principal based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at International Counsel. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on formation, business, and international. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1984), U.S. Court of International Trade (1985), New York (1986), and Michigan (1995). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1984) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1980). Active member of Association of the Bar of the City of New York State Bar of Michigan American Bar Association (Member, International Law and Practice Section) American Society of International Law. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David A. Laverty
- David A. Laverty is a lawyer practicing commercial, corporate & incorporation, international law
- David received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years
- David practices at International Counsel in Chicago, IL
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David A. Laverty's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David A. Laverty handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Business Formation 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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International Law in Chicago
International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.
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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 David A. Laverty
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 David A. Laverty's practice in the field of formation, business, and international.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David A. Laverty brings 42+ 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. Court of International Trade, and New York, David A. Laverty can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering formation, business, and international, David A. Laverty 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 David A. Laverty 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 David A. Laverty Handles in Chicago
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