Atty. Martin Steven Jaffe

Atty. Martin Steven Jaffe

Martin Steven Jaffe is a lawyer practicing land use law, zoning law, environmental law and 1 other area of law. Martin received a B.A. degree from Wayne State University in 1969, and has been licensed for 52 years.

Chicago Chicago 52 yrs experience 52 year
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About Martin Steven Jaffe at a glance

Martin Steven Jaffe is an Assoc. Prof. based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on tax, zoning, and environmental. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1974) and Illinois (1982). Educated at DePaul University (LL.M. Wayne, 1984) and Wayne State University (B.A., 1969). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Martin Steven Jaffe is a lawyer practicing land use law, zoning law, environmental law and 1 other area of law
  • Martin received a B.A. degree from Wayne State University in 1969, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Martin practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Martin Steven Jaffe's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Martin Steven Jaffe handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Tax Law

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Land Use & Zoning

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Environmental Law

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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

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Where is Martin Steven Jaffe's law office located?
Martin Steven Jaffe's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Martin Steven Jaffe handle?
Martin Steven Jaffe focuses on tax, zoning, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Martin Steven Jaffe practiced law?
Martin Steven Jaffe has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Martin Steven Jaffe go to law school?
Martin Steven Jaffe earned their education at (LL.M. Wayne, 1984); (B.A., 1969).
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Education

LL.M. Wayne
DePaul University
- 1984
B.A.
Wayne State University
- 1969

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1974
Illinois
Admitted: 1982

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