Atty. Nancy Mavec Spain
Nancy Spain practices in the areas of guradianship, probate and special needs planning. Prior to moving to Chicago in 1981, Ms.
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Nancy Mavec Spain is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Hahn Loeser Parks Llp. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, and ssd. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1976) and Illinois (1982). Educated at Case Western Reserve University School of Law (J.D., 1976) and Connecticut College (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Nancy Spain practices in the areas of guradianship, probate and special needs planning
- Prior to moving to Chicago in 1981, Ms. Spain was engaged in private law practice in Cleveland, Ohio
- Since relocating here, Ms. Spain worked in the trust department of the former Lake Shore Bank before practicing with the firm
- She is a graduate of Connecticut College and of Case Western Reserve University's School of Law and has completed several courses in estate planning in the LL.M. program at John Marshall Law School
- An active volunteer in her community, Ms. Spain served for many years as a member of the Junior League of Chicago and Glenkirk Association, advisor to various Family Service agencies in Lake County, and as a board member of the Illinois Branch of the International Dyslexia Society (ORTON)
- She is currently a Charter Member of the Academy of Special Needs Planners and volunteers monthly to prepare and serve meals to homeless residents of Chicago
- Ms. Spain volunteers as a pro bono Guardian ad Litem through the program at Chicago Volunteer Legal Services (CVLS)
- She has been actively involved in drafting legislation and working with state and local bar committees and state legislators to effect the passage of legislation involving probate and guardianship issues
- In addition to speaking on guardianship and trust matters before state and local bar and bankers’ associations, Ms. Spain counsels Chicago area corporate entities regarding their duties as legal guardian of a disabled person or as Trustee of Special Needs Trusts
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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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Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.
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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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