Atty. Mark Lee Shaw
Atty. Mark Lee Shaw is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, bankruptcy & debt, administrative law/regulatory law and 15 other areas of law.
Administrative Law/Regulatory Law & More Attorney · Serving Waukegan, IL · 38+ Years Experience
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About Mark Lee Shaw at a Glance
Mark Lee Shaw is a Managing Principal based in Waukegan, Illinois, practicing at Shaw Law Ltd.. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1988), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar (1988), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1989), and U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit (1991). Educated at Indiana University (J.D., 1988) and Purdue University (B.S., 1984). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serves clients in Waukegan, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark Lee Shaw
- Atty. Mark Lee Shaw is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, bankruptcy & debt, administrative law/regulatory law and 15 other areas of law
- Mark received a B.S. degree from Purdue University in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years
- Mark practices at Shaw Law Ltd. in Waukegan, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Mark Lee Shaw's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark Lee Shaw handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Waukegan.
Probate in Waukegan
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Personal Injury in Waukegan
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Criminal Defense in Waukegan
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Family Law in Waukegan
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 Waukegan
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 Waukegan
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 Waukegan 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.
Waukegan Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Waukegan-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 Waukegan Choose Mark Lee Shaw
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 Lee Shaw's practice in the field of probate, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and estate planning.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mark Lee Shaw brings 38+ 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, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit, Mark Lee Shaw can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering probate, personal injury, and criminal defense, Mark Lee Shaw can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Waukegan
A Waukegan-based practice means Mark Lee Shaw 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 Lee Shaw Handles in Waukegan
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Mark Lee Shaw has experience with under Illinois law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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