Atty. John Frederick Etzkorn

Atty. John Frederick Etzkorn

John Frederick Etzkorn is a lawyer practicing real estate, contracts, commercial law and 7 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1965, and has been licensed for 50 years.

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Profile Summary

About John Frederick Etzkorn at a glance

John Frederick Etzkorn is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Arnold & Kadjan. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, real estate, bankruptcy, and construction. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1976) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1976). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology (J.D., 1976) and University of Illinois (B.A. M.A., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chairman, Newsletter and Current Developments Subcommittee of Real Property Committee, 1979-1980, Chicago Bar Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Frederick Etzkorn is a lawyer practicing real estate, contracts, commercial law and 7 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1965, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • John practices at Arnold & Kadjan in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

John Frederick Etzkorn's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Frederick Etzkorn handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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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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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Construction Law

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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 John Frederick Etzkorn

Where is John Frederick Etzkorn's law office located?
John Frederick Etzkorn's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Arnold & Kadjan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Frederick Etzkorn handle?
John Frederick Etzkorn focuses on contracts, business, real estate, bankruptcy, construction. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has John Frederick Etzkorn practiced law?
John Frederick Etzkorn has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did John Frederick Etzkorn go to law school?
John Frederick Etzkorn earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A. M.A., 1965).
How can I contact John Frederick Etzkorn for a consultation?
You can contact John Frederick Etzkorn directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has John Frederick Etzkorn received?
John Frederick Etzkorn's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology
- 1976
B.A. M.A.
University of Illinois
- 1965

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1976

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