Atty. Mark W. Burns

Atty. Mark W. Burns

Mark W. Burns is a lawyer practicing real estate, housing and urban development.

Chicago Chicago 55 yrs experience 55 year
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Profile Summary

About Mark W. Burns at a glance

Mark W. Burns is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Applegate & Thorne-Thomsen, P.C.. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on real estate. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1971) and Illinois (1978). Educated at University of Minnesota (J.D., 1970) and Macalester College (B.A., 1967). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mark W. Burns is a lawyer practicing real estate, housing and urban development
  • Mark received a B.A. degree from Macalester College in 1967, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • Mark practices at Applegate & Thorne-Thomsen, P.C. in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Mark W. Burns's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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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 W. Burns

Where is Mark W. Burns's law office located?
Mark W. Burns's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Applegate & Thorne-Thomsen, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark W. Burns handle?
Mark W. Burns focuses on real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Mark W. Burns practiced law?
Mark W. Burns has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did Mark W. Burns go to law school?
Mark W. Burns earned their education at (J.D., 1970); (B.A., 1967).
How can I contact Mark W. Burns for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Minnesota
- 1970
B.A.
Macalester College
- 1967

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1971
Illinois
Admitted: 1978

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