Atty. Mark Jay Schechter

Atty. Mark Jay Schechter

Mark Jay Schechter is a lawyer practicing workers compensation. Mark received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1973, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Chicago Chicago 48 Years Experience 48 year
Call (224) 801-3248

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About Mark Jay Schechter at a glance

Mark Jay Schechter is a workers comp attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1978) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1978). Educated at Illinois Institute of Technology-Chicago Kent College of Law (J.D., 1978) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1973). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mark Jay Schechter is a lawyer practicing workers compensation
  • Mark received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1973, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Mark practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Mark Jay Schechter's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark Jay Schechter handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

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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 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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Common questions about Mark Jay Schechter

Where is Mark Jay Schechter's law office located?
Mark Jay Schechter's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark Jay Schechter handle?
Mark Jay Schechter focuses on workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Mark Jay Schechter practiced law?
Mark Jay Schechter has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Mark Jay Schechter go to law school?
Mark Jay Schechter earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact Mark Jay Schechter for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Illinois Institute of Technology-Chicago Kent College of Law
- 1978
B.A.
University of Illinois
- 1973

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1978

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