Atty. Leonard Joel Gerstein

Atty. Leonard Joel Gerstein

Leonard Joel Gerstein is a lawyer practicing taxation - income tax, taxation - estate and gift tax, taxation - tax planning and 2 other areas of law. Leonard received a B.A. degree from Drake University in 1961, and has been licensed for 53 years.

Northbrook Northbrook 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Leonard Joel Gerstein at a glance

Leonard Joel Gerstein is a Member based in Northbrook, Illinois, practicing at Leonard J. Gerstein, Ltd.. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on probate, tax, and estate tax. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1973). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 1973) and Drake University (B.A., 1961). Serands clients in Northbrook, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Leonard Joel Gerstein is a lawyer practicing taxation - income tax, taxation - estate and gift tax, taxation - tax planning and 2 other areas of law
  • Leonard received a B.A. degree from Drake University in 1961, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Leonard practices at Leonard J. Gerstein, Ltd. in Northbrook, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Leonard Joel Gerstein's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Leonard Joel Gerstein handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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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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Estate & Gift Tax

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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 Northbrook 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 Leonard Joel Gerstein

Where is Leonard Joel Gerstein's law office located?
Leonard Joel Gerstein's law practice is located in Northbrook, Illinois. The firm is Leonard J. Gerstein, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Leonard Joel Gerstein handle?
Leonard Joel Gerstein focuses on probate, tax, estate tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Leonard Joel Gerstein practiced law?
Leonard Joel Gerstein has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Leonard Joel Gerstein go to law school?
Leonard Joel Gerstein earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1961).
How can I contact Leonard Joel Gerstein for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Chicago-Kent College of Law
- 1973
B.A.
Drake University
- 1961

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1973

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