Atty. Howard Mitchel Bain

Atty. Howard Mitchel Bain

Howard Mitchel Bain is a lawyer practicing construction law, mechanics liens, real estate and 13 other areas of law. Howard received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1971, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Highland Park Highland Park 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Howard Mitchel Bain at a glance

Howard Mitchel Bain is a Partner based in Highland Park, Illinois, practicing at National Lien & Bond -Emalfarb, Swan & Bain. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on employment, real estate, bankruptcy, construction, and foreclosure. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1978), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, including Trial Bar (1978), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1978), and U.S. Tax Court (1983). Educated at Northern Illinois University (J.D., 1978) and University of Illinois (B.S., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago, Illinois State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Highland Park, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Howard Mitchel Bain is a lawyer practicing construction law, mechanics liens, real estate and 13 other areas of law
  • Howard received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1971, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Howard practices at National Lien & Bond -Emalfarb, Swan & Bain in Highland Park, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Howard Mitchel Bain's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Howard Mitchel Bain handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Real Estate Law

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

Howard Mitchel Bain is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Construction Law

Howard Mitchel Bain is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Illinois →

Foreclosure Defense

Howard Mitchel Bain is one of 14,193 foreclosure attorneys indexed nationally. Browse foreclosure 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 Highland Park 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 Mitchel Bain

Where is Howard Mitchel Bain's law office located?
Howard Mitchel Bain's law practice is located in Highland Park, Illinois. The firm is National Lien & Bond -Emalfarb, Swan & Bain. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Howard Mitchel Bain handle?
Howard Mitchel Bain focuses on employment, real estate, bankruptcy, construction, foreclosure. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Howard Mitchel Bain practiced law?
Howard Mitchel Bain has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Howard Mitchel Bain go to law school?
Howard Mitchel Bain earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.S., 1971).
How can I contact Howard Mitchel Bain for a consultation?
You can contact Howard Mitchel Bain 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 Mitchel Bain received?
Howard Mitchel Bain's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Northern Illinois University
- 1978
B.S.
University of Illinois
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, including Trial Bar
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1983

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