Atty. Lawrence Scott Schaner

Atty. Lawrence Scott Schaner

Lawrence Scott Schaner is a lawyer practicing litigation, complex commercial litigation, commercial and 2 other areas of law. Lawrence received a A.B. degree from Duke University in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Chicago Chicago 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Lawrence Scott Schaner at a glance

Lawrence Scott Schaner is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, adr, and international. Admitted to practice in California (1987), Illinois U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth, Fifth, Seventh, Eighth and Ninth Circuits (1988), and New York (2013). Educated at Stanford University (J.D., 1986) and Duke University (A.B., 1982). Active member of Chicago, Illinois State, American and International Bar Associations. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Lawrence Scott Schaner is a lawyer practicing litigation, complex commercial litigation, commercial and 2 other areas of law
  • Lawrence received a A.B. degree from Duke University in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Lawrence practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Lawrence Scott Schaner's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lawrence Scott Schaner 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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Civil Litigation

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Mediation & Arbitration

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International 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 Lawrence Scott Schaner

Where is Lawrence Scott Schaner's law office located?
Lawrence Scott Schaner's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lawrence Scott Schaner handle?
Lawrence Scott Schaner focuses on business, litigation, adr, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Lawrence Scott Schaner practiced law?
Lawrence Scott Schaner has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Lawrence Scott Schaner go to law school?
Lawrence Scott Schaner earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (A.B., 1982).
How can I contact Lawrence Scott Schaner for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Stanford University
- 1986
A.B.
Duke University
- 1982

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1987
Illinois U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth, Fifth, Seventh, Eighth and Ninth Circuits
Admitted: 1988
New York
Admitted: 2013

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