Estate Planning & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 20+ Years Experience
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About Patrick R. Schultz at a Glance
Patrick R. Schultz is a trusts, probate, estate planning, poa, and elder law attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (2006). Educated at Marquette University Law School Class of 2006 (—). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Patrick R. Schultz
- Atty. Patrick R. Schultz is a lawyer practicing probate, estate planning, guardianship and 2 other areas of law
- Patrick received a degree from Marquette University Law School in 2006, and has been licensed for 20 years
- Patrick practices in Chicago, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Patrick R. Schultz's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick R. Schultz handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Trusts in Chicago
Patrick R. Schultz is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Illinois →
Probate in Chicago
Patrick R. Schultz is one of 127,041 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Illinois →
Estate Planning & Probate in Chicago
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Patrick R. Schultz is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →
Power of Attorney in Chicago
Patrick R. Schultz is one of 32,920 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in Illinois →
Elder Law in Chicago
Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
Patrick R. Schultz is one of 52,999 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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 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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chicago Choose Patrick R. Schultz
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Patrick R. Schultz's practice in the field of trusts, probate, estate planning, poa, and elder law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Patrick R. Schultz brings 20+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and estate planning, Patrick R. Schultz can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Patrick R. Schultz attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Patrick R. Schultz Handles in Chicago
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Patrick R. Schultz has experience with under Illinois law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Patrick R. Schultz directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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