Atty. Judith Kavanagh Olk

Atty. Judith Kavanagh Olk

Judith Kavanagh Olk is a lawyer practicing taxation, estate planning, probate and 3 other areas of law. Judith received a B.A. degree from Marquette University in 1962, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Wilmette Wilmette 42 yrs experience 42 year
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About Judith Kavanagh Olk at a glance

Judith Kavanagh Olk is a Member based in Wilmette, Illinois, practicing at Judith Kavanagh Olk, Ltd.. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1984) and Illinois (1987). Educated at New York University (LL.M. Taxation, 1985) and Marquette University (B.A., 1962). Active member of Chicago and American (Member, Section on Taxation) Bar Associations State Bar of Michigan. Serands clients in Wilmette, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Judith Kavanagh Olk is a lawyer practicing taxation, estate planning, probate and 3 other areas of law
  • Judith received a B.A. degree from Marquette University in 1962, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Judith practices at Judith Kavanagh Olk, Ltd. in Wilmette, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Judith Kavanagh Olk's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Judith Kavanagh Olk handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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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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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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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 Wilmette 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 Judith Kavanagh Olk

Where is Judith Kavanagh Olk's law office located?
Judith Kavanagh Olk's law practice is located in Wilmette, Illinois. The firm is Judith Kavanagh Olk, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Judith Kavanagh Olk handle?
Judith Kavanagh Olk focuses on probate, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Judith Kavanagh Olk practiced law?
Judith Kavanagh Olk has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Judith Kavanagh Olk go to law school?
Judith Kavanagh Olk earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 1985); (B.A., 1962).
How can I contact Judith Kavanagh Olk for a consultation?
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Education

LL.M. Taxation
New York University
- 1985
B.A.
Marquette University
- 1962

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1984
Illinois
Admitted: 1987

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