Atty. Matthew Colnon Brett

Atty. Matthew Colnon Brett

Matthew Colnon Brett is a lawyer practicing real estate, real property development, real property finance. Matthew received a A.B. degree from Duke University in 2000, and has been licensed for 23 years.

Chicago Chicago 23 yrs experience 23 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew Colnon Brett at a glance

Matthew Colnon Brett is a Shareholder based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Applegate & Thorne-Thomsen, P.C.. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on real estate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2003). Educated at Harvard University Law School (JD, 2003) and Duke University (A.B. Environmental, 2000). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Matthew Colnon Brett is a lawyer practicing real estate, real property development, real property finance
  • Matthew received a A.B. degree from Duke University in 2000, and has been licensed for 23 years
  • Matthew practices at Applegate & Thorne-Thomsen, P.C. in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Colnon Brett's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew Colnon Brett 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 Matthew Colnon Brett

Where is Matthew Colnon Brett's law office located?
Matthew Colnon Brett'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 Matthew Colnon Brett handle?
Matthew Colnon Brett focuses on real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Matthew Colnon Brett practiced law?
Matthew Colnon Brett has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Matthew Colnon Brett go to law school?
Matthew Colnon Brett earned their education at (JD, 2003); (A.B. Environmental, 2000).
How can I contact Matthew Colnon Brett for a consultation?
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Education

JD
Harvard University Law School
- 2003
A.B. Environmental
Duke University
- 2000

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2003

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