Atty. Joel K. Shapiro

Atty. Joel K. Shapiro

Joel K. Shapiro is a lawyer practicing real estate.

Evanston Evanston 28 yrs experience 28 year
Call (224) 223-8016 Book Appointment

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About Joel K. Shapiro at a glance

Joel K. Shapiro is a real estate attorney based in Evanston, Illinois. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1998). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1998) and University of Michigan (B.S., 1994). Serands clients in Evanston, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Joel K. Shapiro is a lawyer practicing real estate
  • Joel received a B.S. degree from University of Michigan in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Joel practices in Evanston, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Joel K. Shapiro's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joel K. Shapiro handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Real Estate Law

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

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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 Evanston 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 Joel K. Shapiro

Where is Joel K. Shapiro's law office located?
Joel K. Shapiro's law practice is located in Evanston, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joel K. Shapiro handle?
Joel K. Shapiro focuses on real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Joel K. Shapiro practiced law?
Joel K. Shapiro has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Joel K. Shapiro go to law school?
Joel K. Shapiro earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.S., 1994).
How can I contact Joel K. Shapiro for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Northwestern University
- 1998
B.S.
University of Michigan
- 1994

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1998

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