Atty. Glen Harris Kanwit

Atty. Glen Harris Kanwit

Glen Harris Kanwit is a lawyer practicing insurance & reinsurance, insurance insolvency/guaranty fund, class action and other insurance litigation and 3 other areas of law. Glen received a B.A. degree from Swarthmore College in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years.

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Profile Summary

About Glen Harris Kanwit at a glance

Glen Harris Kanwit is a Retired Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Foley & Lardner LLP. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy, class action, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois Courts of Appeals for the First, (1968). Educated at Columbia Law School (LL.B., 1968) and Swarthmore College (B.A., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Glen Harris Kanwit is a lawyer practicing insurance & reinsurance, insurance insolvency/guaranty fund, class action and other insurance litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • Glen received a B.A. degree from Swarthmore College in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • Glen practices at Foley & Lardner LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Glen Harris Kanwit's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Glen Harris Kanwit handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Bankruptcy & Debt

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Class Action

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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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 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 Glen Harris Kanwit

Where is Glen Harris Kanwit's law office located?
Glen Harris Kanwit's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Foley & Lardner LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Glen Harris Kanwit handle?
Glen Harris Kanwit focuses on bankruptcy, class action, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Glen Harris Kanwit practiced law?
Glen Harris Kanwit has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did Glen Harris Kanwit go to law school?
Glen Harris Kanwit earned their education at (LL.B., 1968); (B.A., 1965).
How can I contact Glen Harris Kanwit for a consultation?
You can contact Glen Harris Kanwit 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 Glen Harris Kanwit received?
Glen Harris Kanwit's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
Columbia Law School
- 1968
B.A.
Swarthmore College
- 1965

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois Courts of Appeals for the First,
Admitted: 1968

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