Atty. Nick Legatos

Atty. Nick Legatos

Nick Legatos is a lawyer practicing business, estate planning, real estate & lending. Nick received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years.

Chicago Chicago 28 yrs experience 28 year
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Profile Summary

About Nick Legatos at a glance

Nick Legatos is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1998) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1998). Educated at University of Illinois College of Law (J.D., 1998) and Northwestern University (B.A. Political, 1995). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Nick Legatos is a lawyer practicing business, estate planning, real estate & lending
  • Nick received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Nick practices at Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Nick Legatos's Areas of Practice

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

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.

Nick Legatos is one of 226,536 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.

Nick Legatos is one of 501,317 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.

Nick Legatos is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 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 Nick Legatos

Where is Nick Legatos's law office located?
Nick Legatos's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Nick Legatos handle?
Nick Legatos focuses on estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Nick Legatos practiced law?
Nick Legatos has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Nick Legatos go to law school?
Nick Legatos earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A. Political, 1995).
How can I contact Nick Legatos for a consultation?
You can contact Nick Legatos directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Nick Legatos received?
Nick Legatos's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Illinois College of Law
- 1998
B.A. Political
Northwestern University
- 1995

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1998

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