Atty. Paul Stephen Karoll

Atty. Paul Stephen Karoll

Paul Stephen Karoll is a lawyer practicing chapter 13 bankruptcy, chapter 7 bankruptcy, debt settlement and 2 other areas of law. Paul received a B.S. degree from Northwestern University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Chicago Chicago 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About Paul Stephen Karoll at a glance

Paul Stephen Karoll is a chapter 7, probate, chapter 13, bankruptcy, and debt settlement attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1984). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 1984) and Northwestern University (B.S., 1981). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Paul Stephen Karoll is a lawyer practicing chapter 13 bankruptcy, chapter 7 bankruptcy, debt settlement and 2 other areas of law
  • Paul received a B.S. degree from Northwestern University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Paul practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Paul Stephen Karoll's Areas of Practice

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

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Paul Stephen Karoll is one of 8,885 chapter 7 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 7 attorneys in Illinois →

Probate

Paul Stephen Karoll is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Illinois →

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Paul Stephen Karoll is one of 6,374 chapter 13 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 13 attorneys in Illinois →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Paul Stephen Karoll is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Illinois →

Debt Settlement

Paul Stephen Karoll is one of 2,543 debt settlement attorneys indexed nationally. Browse debt settlement 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 Stephen Karoll

Where is Paul Stephen Karoll's law office located?
Paul Stephen Karoll's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul Stephen Karoll handle?
Paul Stephen Karoll focuses on chapter 7, probate, chapter 13, bankruptcy, debt settlement. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Paul Stephen Karoll practiced law?
Paul Stephen Karoll has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Paul Stephen Karoll go to law school?
Paul Stephen Karoll earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.S., 1981).
How can I contact Paul Stephen Karoll for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Chicago-Kent College of Law
- 1984
B.S.
Northwestern University
- 1981

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1984

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