Atty. Mark C. Zaander

Atty. Mark C. Zaander

Mark C. Zaander is a lawyer practicing corporate finance, sustainable energy and climate change, general practice.

Chicago Chicago 50 Years Experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About Mark C. Zaander at a glance

Mark C. Zaander is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Schiff Hardin LLP. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on business, environmental, and energy. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1976) and Indiana (1995). Educated at University of Chicago Law School (J.D., 1976) and University of Illinois (B.S., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mark C. Zaander is a lawyer practicing corporate finance, sustainable energy and climate change, general practice
  • Mark received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Mark practices at Schiff Hardin LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Mark C. Zaander's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark C. Zaander 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.

Mark C. Zaander is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Mark C. Zaander is one of 50,776 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Illinois →

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

Mark C. Zaander is one of 32,699 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy attorneys in Illinois →

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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Mark C. Zaander

Where is Mark C. Zaander's law office located?
Mark C. Zaander's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Schiff Hardin LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark C. Zaander handle?
Mark C. Zaander focuses on business, environmental, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Mark C. Zaander practiced law?
Mark C. Zaander has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Mark C. Zaander go to law school?
Mark C. Zaander earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.S., 1973).
How can I contact Mark C. Zaander for a consultation?
You can contact Mark C. Zaander 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 C. Zaander received?
Mark C. Zaander's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Chicago Law School
- 1976
B.S.
University of Illinois
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1976
Indiana
Admitted: 1995

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