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Atty. Frank Thomas Hecht

Atty. Frank Thomas Hecht

Frank Thomas Hecht is a lawyer practicing litigation, construction and real estate litigation and counseling. Frank received a A.B. degree from Stanford University in 1966, and has been licensed for 51 years.

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Profile Summary

About Frank Thomas Hecht at a glance

Frank Thomas Hecht is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on real estate, estate litigation, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1975), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. Court of Appeals, Se (1981), and Colorado (1991). Educated at University of Chicago Law School (J.D., 1975) and Stanford University (A.B. The, 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Frank Thomas Hecht is a lawyer practicing litigation, construction and real estate litigation and counseling
  • Frank received a A.B. degree from Stanford University in 1966, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Frank practices at Nixon Peabody LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Frank Thomas Hecht's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Frank Thomas Hecht handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Real Estate Law

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

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Estate & Trust Litigation

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Frank Thomas Hecht is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Frank Thomas Hecht

Where is Frank Thomas Hecht's law office located?
Frank Thomas Hecht's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Nixon Peabody LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Frank Thomas Hecht handle?
Frank Thomas Hecht focuses on real estate, estate litigation, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Frank Thomas Hecht practiced law?
Frank Thomas Hecht has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Frank Thomas Hecht go to law school?
Frank Thomas Hecht earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (A.B. The, 1966).
How can I contact Frank Thomas Hecht for a consultation?
You can contact Frank Thomas Hecht 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 Frank Thomas Hecht received?
Frank Thomas Hecht's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Chicago Law School
- 1975
A.B. The
Stanford University
- 1966

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. Court of Appeals, Se
Admitted: 1981
Colorado
Admitted: 1991

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