Atty. Joanne Coshonis
Joanne Coshonis is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & debt, commercial, public finance & tax exempt finance and 2 other areas of law. Joanne received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1972, and has been licensed for 44 years.
Bankruptcy & Debt & More Attorney · Serving Niles, IL · 44+ Years Experience
Profile Summary
About Joanne Coshonis at a Glance
Joanne Coshonis is a Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. based in Niles, Illinois. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on formation, business, bankruptcy, tax, and government. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1982). Educated at IIT/Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 1982) and Northwestern University (B.A. Northwestern, 1972). Serves clients in Niles, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
Get Legal Help from Joanne Coshonis in Niles
Sign up free and choose one of the two methods below.
Have a legal question? Sign up free, submit it through the Ask the Attorney module and receive a focused answer from a specialist.
- Free to ask a question
- Answers from specialist attorneys
- Optional private / anonymous question
Request an online video meeting or an in-person consultation at the attorney's office. Pick a time that works for you and share the details securely.
- Online video meeting
- In-person at the attorney's office
- Secure messaging and payment
About Joanne Coshonis
- Joanne Coshonis is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & debt, commercial, public finance & tax exempt finance and 2 other areas of law
- Joanne received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1972, and has been licensed for 44 years
- Joanne practices in Niles, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Joanne Coshonis's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joanne Coshonis handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Niles.
Business Formation in Niles
Joanne Coshonis is one of 35,326 formation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse formation attorneys in Illinois →
Business & Corporate Law in Niles
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Joanne Coshonis is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →
Bankruptcy & Debt in Niles
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Joanne Coshonis is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Illinois →
Tax Law in Niles
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Joanne Coshonis is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Illinois →
Government & Administrative Law in Niles
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Joanne Coshonis is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Niles
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 Niles 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 venue, 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.
Niles Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Niles-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
Looking for additional Illinois attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Niles or all attorneys in Illinois.
Frequently Asked
Common Questions About Joanne Coshonis
Where is Joanne Coshonis's law office located?
What practice areas does Joanne Coshonis handle?
How long has Joanne Coshonis practiced law?
Where did Joanne Coshonis go to law school?
How can I contact Joanne Coshonis for a consultation?
Professional Profile
Why Clients in Niles Choose Joanne Coshonis
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Joanne Coshonis's practice in the field of formation, business, bankruptcy, tax, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Joanne Coshonis brings 44+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering formation, business, and bankruptcy, Joanne Coshonis can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Niles
A Niles-based practice means Joanne Coshonis attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Joanne Coshonis Handles in Niles
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Joanne Coshonis has experience with under Illinois law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Joanne Coshonis directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
Search Reference
How People Find Joanne Coshonis Online
Prospective clients searching for legal help in Niles commonly use a combination of the attorney's name and their specific legal need. The following search terms frequently lead people to this profile and to attorneys like Joanne Coshonis.
If any of the above matches what you searched for, you've found the right profile. Use the contact options at the top of this page to get in touch with Joanne Coshonis directly.
Joanne Coshonis's Practice Areas & Specializations
Education & Law School Background
Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions
Client Reviews & Ratings — Joanne Coshonis
No reviews yet.