Atty. Geraldine Soat Brown

Atty. Geraldine Soat Brown

Geraldine Soat Brown is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, alternative dispute resolution. Geraldine received a B.A. degree from University of Dayton in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Chicago Chicago 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About Geraldine Soat Brown at a glance

Geraldine Soat Brown is a Mag. based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1975). Educated at University of Chicago (J.D., 1975) and University of Dayton (B.A., 1972). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Geraldine Soat Brown is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, alternative dispute resolution
  • Geraldine received a B.A. degree from University of Dayton in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Geraldine practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Geraldine Soat Brown's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Geraldine Soat Brown 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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Civil Litigation

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

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Geraldine Soat Brown is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 Geraldine Soat Brown

Where is Geraldine Soat Brown's law office located?
Geraldine Soat Brown's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Geraldine Soat Brown handle?
Geraldine Soat Brown focuses on business, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Geraldine Soat Brown practiced law?
Geraldine Soat Brown has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Geraldine Soat Brown go to law school?
Geraldine Soat Brown earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Geraldine Soat Brown for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Chicago
- 1975
B.A.
University of Dayton
- 1972

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1975

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