Atty. David Michael Spitz

Atty. David Michael Spitz

David Michael Spitz is a lawyer practicing taxation, probate, wills and 2 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1970, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Skokie Skokie 51 Years Experience 51 year
Call (312) 489-8193

Profile Summary

About David Michael Spitz at a glance

David Michael Spitz is a Member based in Skokie, Illinois, practicing at David M. Spitz, Attorney at Law. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and tax. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1975) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1975). Educated at DePaul University School of Law (LL.M., 1983) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1970). Active member of Chicago (Member, Probate Section) and Illinois State Bar Associations. Serves clients in Skokie, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Michael Spitz is a lawyer practicing taxation, probate, wills and 2 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1970, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • David practices at David M. Spitz, Attorney at Law in Skokie, IL

Practice Areas Explained

David Michael Spitz's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

David Michael Spitz is one of 77,130 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 Skokie 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Michael Spitz

Where is David Michael Spitz's law office located?
David Michael Spitz's law practice is located in Skokie, Illinois. The firm is David M. Spitz, Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Michael Spitz handle?
David Michael Spitz focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has David Michael Spitz practiced law?
David Michael Spitz has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did David Michael Spitz go to law school?
David Michael Spitz earned their education at (LL.M., 1983); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact David Michael Spitz for a consultation?
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Education

LL.M.
DePaul University School of Law
- 1983
B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1970

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1975

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