Atty. Ian Stuart Kopelman

Atty. Ian Stuart Kopelman

Ian Stuart Kopelman is a lawyer practicing employment, pensions and benefits, corporate, tax and 5 other areas of law. Ian received a B.A. degree from Knox College in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years.

Chicago Chicago 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About Ian Stuart Kopelman at a glance

Ian Stuart Kopelman is a Partner; Chair, Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Practice Group based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at DLA Piper LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on employment, business, tax, m&a, and employment contracts. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. Tax Court (1974). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1974) and Knox College (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago (Chairman, Employee Benefits Committee, 1985-1986), Illinois State and American Bar Associations WEB, Inc. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ian Stuart Kopelman is a lawyer practicing employment, pensions and benefits, corporate, tax and 5 other areas of law
  • Ian received a B.A. degree from Knox College in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Ian practices at DLA Piper LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Ian Stuart Kopelman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ian Stuart Kopelman 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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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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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Mergers & Acquisitions

Ian Stuart Kopelman is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Illinois →

Employment Contracts

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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 Ian Stuart Kopelman

Where is Ian Stuart Kopelman's law office located?
Ian Stuart Kopelman's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is DLA Piper LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ian Stuart Kopelman handle?
Ian Stuart Kopelman focuses on employment, business, tax, m&a, employment contracts. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Ian Stuart Kopelman practiced law?
Ian Stuart Kopelman has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Ian Stuart Kopelman go to law school?
Ian Stuart Kopelman earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact Ian Stuart Kopelman for a consultation?
You can contact Ian Stuart Kopelman 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 Ian Stuart Kopelman received?
Ian Stuart Kopelman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Iowa
- 1974
B.A.
Knox College
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1974

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