Atty. Marc Alan Benjamin
Marc Alan Benjamin is a lawyer practicing family, wealth preservation, business estate planning and 1 other area of law. Marc received a B.S. degree from DePaul University in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years.
Business Estate Planning & More Attorney · Serving Northbrook, IL · 55+ Years Experience
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About Marc Alan Benjamin at a Glance
Marc Alan Benjamin is a Member based in Northbrook, Illinois, practicing at Benjamin, Gussin & Associates, A Professional Corporation. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on family law and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1971) and U.S. Tax Court (1977). Educated at DePaul University (J.D. Taxation, 1971) and DePaul University (B.S. Taxation, 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Illinois State Bar Association Illinois Certified Public Accountants Foundation. Serves clients in Northbrook, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Marc Alan Benjamin
- Marc Alan Benjamin is a lawyer practicing family, wealth preservation, business estate planning and 1 other area of law
- Marc received a B.S. degree from DePaul University in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years
- Marc practices at Benjamin, Gussin & Associates, A Professional Corporation in Northbrook, IL
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Marc Alan Benjamin's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Marc Alan Benjamin handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Northbrook.
Family Law in Northbrook
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Estate Planning & Probate in Northbrook
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Northbrook
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 venue, 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.
Northbrook Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Northbrook-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Northbrook Choose Marc Alan Benjamin
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Marc Alan Benjamin's practice in the field of family law and estate planning.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Marc Alan Benjamin brings 55+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois and U.S. Tax Court, Marc Alan Benjamin can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering family law and estate planning, Marc Alan Benjamin can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Northbrook
A Northbrook-based practice means Marc Alan Benjamin attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Marc Alan Benjamin Handles in Northbrook
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