Atty. Howard M. Richard

Atty. Howard M. Richard

Howard M. Richard is a lawyer practicing real estate, government, tax and 2 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 58 yrs experience 58 year
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Profile Summary

About Howard M. Richard at a glance

Howard M. Richard is an Of Counsel based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on real estate, tax, government, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1968). Educated at Harvard University (LL.B., 1968) and Cornell University (B.A., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago and American (Member, Section on Real Property, Probate and Trust Law) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Howard M. Richard is a lawyer practicing real estate, government, tax and 2 other areas of law
  • Howard received a B.A. degree from Cornell University in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • Howard practices at Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Howard M. Richard's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Howard M. Richard 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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Tax Law

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

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Howard M. Richard is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Illinois →

Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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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 Howard M. Richard

Where is Howard M. Richard's law office located?
Howard M. Richard's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Howard M. Richard handle?
Howard M. Richard focuses on real estate, tax, government, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Howard M. Richard practiced law?
Howard M. Richard has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did Howard M. Richard go to law school?
Howard M. Richard earned their education at (LL.B., 1968); (B.A., 1965).
How can I contact Howard M. Richard for a consultation?
You can contact Howard M. Richard 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 Howard M. Richard received?
Howard M. Richard's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
Harvard University
- 1968
B.A.
Cornell University
- 1965

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1968

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