Atty. Leslie Alec Klein

Atty. Leslie Alec Klein

Leslie Alec Klein is a lawyer practicing benefits & compensation, tax, erisa & employee benefits litigation and 2 other areas of law. Leslie received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years.

Chicago Chicago 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Leslie Alec Klein at a glance

Leslie Alec Klein is a Shareholder; Co-Chair, Global Benefits & Compensation Practice based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on employment, business, tax, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois Arizona (1980). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology (J.D., 1980) and University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (B.S. Accountancy, 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Leslie Alec Klein is a lawyer practicing benefits & compensation, tax, erisa & employee benefits litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • Leslie received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Leslie practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Leslie Alec Klein's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Leslie Alec Klein handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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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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Civil 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 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 Leslie Alec Klein

Where is Leslie Alec Klein's law office located?
Leslie Alec Klein's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Leslie Alec Klein handle?
Leslie Alec Klein focuses on employment, business, tax, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Leslie Alec Klein practiced law?
Leslie Alec Klein has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Leslie Alec Klein go to law school?
Leslie Alec Klein earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.S. Accountancy, 1977).
How can I contact Leslie Alec Klein for a consultation?
You can contact Leslie Alec Klein directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Leslie Alec Klein received?
Leslie Alec Klein's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology
- 1980
B.S. Accountancy
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois Arizona
Admitted: 1980

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