Atty. Mary E. Vanek

Atty. Mary E. Vanek

Mary E. Vanek is a lawyer practicing corporate law, probate law, estate planning law and 2 other areas of law.

Northbrook Northbrook 38 Years Experience 38 year
Call (224) 365-6492

Profile Summary

About Mary E. Vanek at a glance

Mary E. Vanek is a probate, estate planning, business, real estate, and litigation attorney based in Northbrook, Illinois. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1988) and Florida (2022). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1988) and Valparaiso University (B.A., 1984). Serves clients in Northbrook, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mary E. Vanek is a lawyer practicing corporate law, probate law, estate planning law and 2 other areas of law
  • Mary received a B.A. degree from Valparaiso University in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Mary practices in Northbrook, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Mary E. Vanek's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mary E. Vanek handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

Mary E. Vanek is one of 115,645 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Illinois →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Mary E. Vanek is one of 203,974 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Mary E. Vanek is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →

Real Estate Law

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

Mary E. Vanek is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Mary E. Vanek is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Northbrook 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 Mary E. Vanek

Where is Mary E. Vanek's law office located?
Mary E. Vanek's law practice is located in Northbrook, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mary E. Vanek handle?
Mary E. Vanek focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Mary E. Vanek practiced law?
Mary E. Vanek has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Mary E. Vanek go to law school?
Mary E. Vanek earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact Mary E. Vanek for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
DePaul University
- 1988
B.A.
Valparaiso University
- 1984

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1988
Florida
Admitted: 2022

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