Atty. Mark A. Carter

Atty. Mark A. Carter

Mark A. Carter is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law.

Chicago Chicago 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About Mark A. Carter at a glance

Mark A. Carter is a business attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Admitted to practice in Illinois, Illinois State Bar Association (1988). Educated at University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign (—, 1988). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mark A. Carter is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law
  • Mark A., who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2023
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Mark A. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Mark A. Carter's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark A. Carter 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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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 Mark A. Carter

Where is Mark A. Carter's law office located?
Mark A. Carter's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark A. Carter handle?
Mark A. Carter focuses on business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Mark A. Carter practiced law?
Mark A. Carter has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Mark A. Carter go to law school?
Mark A. Carter earned their education at (—, 1988).
How can I contact Mark A. Carter for a consultation?
You can contact Mark A. Carter 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 Mark A. Carter received?
Mark A. Carter's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law.

Practice Areas

Education

University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign
- 1988

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Illinois, Illinois State Bar Association
Admitted: 1988

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