Atty. Jason S. Ornduff

Atty. Jason S. Ornduff

Jason S. Ornduff advises high net worth families, business owners, executives, professionals and celebrities on state and federal laws regarding wealth transfer to the next generation, including estate planning, estate and trust administration, and estate and gift tax issues.

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Profile Summary

About Jason S. Ornduff at a glance

Jason S. Ornduff is a trusts attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Harrison LLP. Educated at University of Illinois College of Law (J.D., 1996) and University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign (B.A., 1993). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Jason S. Ornduff advises high net worth families, business owners, executives, professionals and celebrities on state and federal laws regarding wealth transfer to the next generation, including estate planning, estate and trust administration, and estate and gift tax issues
  • Jason also counsels closely-held companies on various legal issues, especially in the areas of succession planning
  • Jason is a past president of the Greater North Shore Estate and Financial Planning Council
  • He is also a Fellow in the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC), serves on the Illinois Institute of Continuing Legal Education’s Estate Planning Short Course planning board, and is a member of the Chicago Estate Planning Council

Practice Areas Explained

Jason S. Ornduff's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jason S. Ornduff handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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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 Jason S. Ornduff

Where is Jason S. Ornduff's law office located?
Jason S. Ornduff's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Harrison LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jason S. Ornduff handle?
Jason S. Ornduff focuses on trusts. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
Where did Jason S. Ornduff go to law school?
Jason S. Ornduff earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1993).
How can I contact Jason S. Ornduff for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Jason S. Ornduff received?
Jason S. Ornduff's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Illinois College of Law
- 1996
B.A.
University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign
- 1993

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026

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