Atty. James Alan Hochman

Atty. James Alan Hochman

Atty. James Alan Hochman is a lawyer practicing commercial and residential real estate transactions, real estate brokerage law, receiverships and 3 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 49 yrs experience 49 year
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About James Alan Hochman at a glance

James Alan Hochman is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Schain, Banks, Kenny & Schwartz, Ltd.. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on residential, business, real estate, and foreclosure. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1977) and Wisconsin (1996). Educated at Boston University School of Law (J.D., 1977) and Brown University (A.B. English, 1971). Active member of Chicago and American (Member, Real Estate Section, Brokerage Committee) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Atty. James Alan Hochman is a lawyer practicing commercial and residential real estate transactions, real estate brokerage law, receiverships and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a A.B. degree from Brown University in 1971, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • James practices at Schain, Banks, Kenny & Schwartz, Ltd. in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James Alan Hochman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Alan Hochman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Residential Real Estate

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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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Real Estate Law

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

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Foreclosure Defense

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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 James Alan Hochman

Where is James Alan Hochman's law office located?
James Alan Hochman's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Schain, Banks, Kenny & Schwartz, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Alan Hochman handle?
James Alan Hochman focuses on residential, business, real estate, foreclosure. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James Alan Hochman practiced law?
James Alan Hochman has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did James Alan Hochman go to law school?
James Alan Hochman earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (A.B. English, 1971).
How can I contact James Alan Hochman for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Boston University School of Law
- 1977
A.B. English
Brown University
- 1971

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1977
Wisconsin
Admitted: 1996

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