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Atty. Laurence Scott Kahn

Atty. Laurence Scott Kahn

Laurence Scott Kahn is a lawyer practicing real estate law, bankruptcy law. Laurence received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Evanston Evanston 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Laurence Scott Kahn at a glance

Laurence Scott Kahn is a real estate and bankruptcy attorney based in Evanston, Illinois. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1981). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1981) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1977). Serands clients in Evanston, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Laurence Scott Kahn is a lawyer practicing real estate law, bankruptcy law
  • Laurence received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Laurence practices in Evanston, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Laurence Scott Kahn's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Laurence Scott Kahn 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.

Laurence Scott Kahn is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →

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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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 Laurence Scott Kahn

Where is Laurence Scott Kahn's law office located?
Laurence Scott Kahn's law practice is located in Evanston, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Laurence Scott Kahn handle?
Laurence Scott Kahn focuses on real estate, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Laurence Scott Kahn practiced law?
Laurence Scott Kahn has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Laurence Scott Kahn go to law school?
Laurence Scott Kahn earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Laurence Scott Kahn for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
DePaul University
- 1981
B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1977

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1981

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