Atty. Lawrence R. Samuels

Atty. Lawrence R. Samuels

Lawrence R. Samuels is a lawyer practicing financial markets and services, securities & investment fraud, private equity and 6 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About Lawrence R. Samuels at a glance

Lawrence R. Samuels is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at McGuireWoods LLP. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, securities, litigation, and consumer. Admitted to practice in New York (1972) and Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit U.S. District (1976). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1971) and University of Chicago (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Lawrence R. Samuels is a lawyer practicing financial markets and services, securities & investment fraud, private equity and 6 other areas of law
  • Lawrence received a B.A. degree from University of Chicago in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Lawrence practices at McGuireWoods LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Lawrence R. Samuels's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lawrence R. Samuels handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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Consumer Protection

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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 Lawrence R. Samuels

Where is Lawrence R. Samuels's law office located?
Lawrence R. Samuels's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is McGuireWoods LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lawrence R. Samuels handle?
Lawrence R. Samuels focuses on business, m&a, securities, litigation, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Lawrence R. Samuels practiced law?
Lawrence R. Samuels has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Lawrence R. Samuels go to law school?
Lawrence R. Samuels earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (B.A., 1968).
How can I contact Lawrence R. Samuels for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Lawrence R. Samuels received?
Lawrence R. Samuels's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1971
B.A.
University of Chicago
- 1968

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1972
Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit U.S. District
Admitted: 1976

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