Atty. Joel Stuart Polisky

Atty. Joel Stuart Polisky

Joel Stuart Polisky is a lawyer practicing real estate transactions, acquisitions and mergers, estate tax and 4 other areas of law. Joel received a M.B.A. degree from DePaul University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years.

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Profile Summary

About Joel Stuart Polisky at a glance

Joel Stuart Polisky is a Principal based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Much Shelist, P.C.. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, m&a, and estate tax. Admitted to practice in U.S. Tax Court (1979) and Illinois (1980). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1979) and DePaul University (M.B.A. University, 1976). Active member of Chicago (Member, Tax Committee) and Illinois State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joel Stuart Polisky is a lawyer practicing real estate transactions, acquisitions and mergers, estate tax and 4 other areas of law
  • Joel received a M.B.A. degree from DePaul University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Joel practices at Much Shelist, P.C. in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Joel Stuart Polisky's Areas of Practice

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

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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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.

Joel Stuart Polisky is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →

Mergers & Acquisitions

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

Estate & Gift Tax

Joel Stuart Polisky is one of 3,765 estate tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate tax attorneys in Illinois →

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 Joel Stuart Polisky

Where is Joel Stuart Polisky's law office located?
Joel Stuart Polisky's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Much Shelist, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joel Stuart Polisky handle?
Joel Stuart Polisky focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, m&a, estate tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Joel Stuart Polisky practiced law?
Joel Stuart Polisky has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Joel Stuart Polisky go to law school?
Joel Stuart Polisky earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (M.B.A. University, 1976).
How can I contact Joel Stuart Polisky for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1979
M.B.A. University
DePaul University
- 1976

Bar Admissions

U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1979
Illinois
Admitted: 1980

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