Atty. John Michael Rafkin

Atty. John Michael Rafkin

John Michael Rafkin is a lawyer practicing real estate, real estate finance, real estate investment trusts and 3 other areas of law. John received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1983, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Chicago Chicago 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About John Michael Rafkin at a glance

John Michael Rafkin is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Jones Day. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on trusts, business, real estate, and m&a. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1989) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1989). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1989) and Harvard University (A.B., 1983). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Michael Rafkin is a lawyer practicing real estate, real estate finance, real estate investment trusts and 3 other areas of law
  • John received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1983, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • John practices at Jones Day in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

John Michael Rafkin's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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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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Mergers & Acquisitions

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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 Michael Rafkin

Where is John Michael Rafkin's law office located?
John Michael Rafkin's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Jones Day. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Michael Rafkin handle?
John Michael Rafkin focuses on trusts, business, real estate, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has John Michael Rafkin practiced law?
John Michael Rafkin has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did John Michael Rafkin go to law school?
John Michael Rafkin earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (A.B., 1983).
How can I contact John Michael Rafkin for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Northwestern University
- 1989
A.B.
Harvard University
- 1983

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1989

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