Atty. Paul Homer

Atty. Paul Homer

Paul Homer is a lawyer practicing real estate, corporate, finance and 7 other areas of law. Paul received a B.A. degree from University of Chicago in 1947, and has been licensed for 75 years.

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Profile Summary

About Paul Homer at a glance

Paul Homer is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at DLA Piper LLP. They have 75+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1951. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, zoning, and landlord/tenant. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1951). Educated at Northwestern University School of Law (J.D., 1951) and University of Chicago (B.A., 1947). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago, Illinois State and American Bar Associations Decalogue Society of Chicago. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Paul Homer is a lawyer practicing real estate, corporate, finance and 7 other areas of law
  • Paul received a B.A. degree from University of Chicago in 1947, and has been licensed for 75 years
  • Paul practices at DLA Piper LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Paul Homer's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

Paul Homer 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.

Paul Homer is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →

Land Use & Zoning

Paul Homer is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Illinois →

Landlord & Tenant

Landlord-tenant attorneys for evictions, lease disputes, security deposits, and habitability claims.

Paul Homer is one of 22,365 landlord/tenant attorneys indexed nationally. Browse landlord/tenant 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 Paul Homer

Where is Paul Homer's law office located?
Paul Homer's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is DLA Piper LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul Homer handle?
Paul Homer focuses on business, real estate, zoning, landlord/tenant. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Paul Homer practiced law?
Paul Homer has 75+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1951.
Where did Paul Homer go to law school?
Paul Homer earned their education at (J.D., 1951); (B.A., 1947).
How can I contact Paul Homer for a consultation?
You can contact Paul Homer 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 Paul Homer received?
Paul Homer's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Northwestern University School of Law
- 1951
B.A.
University of Chicago
- 1947

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1951

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