Atty. David Lawrence Shaw

Atty. David Lawrence Shaw

David Lawrence Shaw is a lawyer practicing commercial and residential real estate, acquisition and sale, development documentation and 2 other areas of law. David Lawrence received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1963, and has been licensed for 60 years.

Chicago Chicago 60 yrs experience 60 year
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Profile Summary

About David Lawrence Shaw at a glance

David Lawrence Shaw is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Shaw Fishman Glantz & Towbin LLC. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on residential, real estate, zoning, and m&a. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1966). Educated at University of Michigan School of Law (J.D., 1966) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1963). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago and Illinois State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Lawrence Shaw is a lawyer practicing commercial and residential real estate, acquisition and sale, development documentation and 2 other areas of law
  • David Lawrence received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1963, and has been licensed for 60 years
  • David Lawrence practices at Shaw Fishman Glantz & Towbin LLC in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

David Lawrence Shaw's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Lawrence Shaw handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Residential Real Estate

David Lawrence Shaw is one of 9,343 residential attorneys indexed nationally. Browse residential attorneys in Illinois →

Real Estate Law

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

David Lawrence Shaw is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →

Land Use & Zoning

David Lawrence Shaw is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Illinois →

Mergers & Acquisitions

David Lawrence Shaw 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 David Lawrence Shaw

Where is David Lawrence Shaw's law office located?
David Lawrence Shaw's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Shaw Fishman Glantz & Towbin LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Lawrence Shaw handle?
David Lawrence Shaw focuses on residential, real estate, zoning, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has David Lawrence Shaw practiced law?
David Lawrence Shaw has 60+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1966.
Where did David Lawrence Shaw go to law school?
David Lawrence Shaw earned their education at (J.D., 1966); (B.A., 1963).
How can I contact David Lawrence Shaw for a consultation?
You can contact David Lawrence Shaw 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 David Lawrence Shaw received?
David Lawrence Shaw's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Michigan School of Law
- 1966
B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1963

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1966

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