Atty. Mark C. Simon
Mark C. Simon is a lawyer practicing real estate, real estate finance, construction / development and 1 other area of law.
Construction / Development & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 47+ Years Experience
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About Mark C. Simon at a Glance
Mark C. Simon is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on real estate and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1979). Educated at University of Michigan Law School (J.D., 1979) and Carleton College (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago (Chairman, Real Estate Finance Subcommittee, 1993-1995) and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark C. Simon
- Mark C. Simon is a lawyer practicing real estate, real estate finance, construction / development and 1 other area of law
- Mark received a B.A. degree from Carleton College in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
- Mark practices at Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP in Chicago, IL
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Mark C. Simon's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark C. Simon handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Real Estate Law in Chicago
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Entertainment & Sports Law in Chicago
Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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 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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-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 Chicago Choose Mark C. Simon
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 Mark C. Simon's practice in the field of real estate and entertainment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mark C. Simon brings 47+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering real estate and entertainment, Mark C. Simon can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Mark C. Simon 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 Mark C. Simon Handles in Chicago
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