Atty. David L. Filkin

Atty. David L. Filkin

David L. Filkin is a lawyer practicing commercial law, closely held corporations, corporate law.

Lake Forest Lake Forest 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About David L. Filkin at a glance

David L. Filkin is a business attorney based in Lake Forest, Illinois. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1988). Educated at University of Illinois College of Law (J.D., 1988) and University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (B.S., 1985). Serands clients in Lake Forest, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David L. Filkin is a lawyer practicing commercial law, closely held corporations, corporate law
  • David received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • David practices in Lake Forest, IL

Practice Areas Explained

David L. Filkin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David L. Filkin 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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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 Lake Forest 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 David L. Filkin

Where is David L. Filkin's law office located?
David L. Filkin's law practice is located in Lake Forest, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David L. Filkin handle?
David L. Filkin focuses on business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has David L. Filkin practiced law?
David L. Filkin has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did David L. Filkin go to law school?
David L. Filkin earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.S., 1985).
How can I contact David L. Filkin for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Illinois College of Law
- 1988
B.S.
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- 1985

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1988

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