Atty. Richard Demarest Yant

Atty. Richard Demarest Yant

Richard Demarest Yant is a lawyer practicing banking law, real estate, commercial law and 3 other areas of law. Richard received a B.S. degree from Purdue University in 1977, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Chicago Chicago 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard Demarest Yant at a glance

Richard Demarest Yant is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Robinson Payne LLC | Meltzer, Purtill & Stelle LLC. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on business and real estate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1982). Educated at University of Illinois College of Law (J.D., 1982) and Purdue University (B.S. Purdue, 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Richard Demarest Yant is a lawyer practicing banking law, real estate, commercial law and 3 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.S. degree from Purdue University in 1977, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Richard practices at Robinson Payne LLC | Meltzer, Purtill & Stelle LLC in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Demarest Yant's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard Demarest Yant 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.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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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 Richard Demarest Yant

Where is Richard Demarest Yant's law office located?
Richard Demarest Yant's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Robinson Payne LLC | Meltzer, Purtill & Stelle LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Demarest Yant handle?
Richard Demarest Yant focuses on business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Richard Demarest Yant practiced law?
Richard Demarest Yant has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Richard Demarest Yant go to law school?
Richard Demarest Yant earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.S. Purdue, 1977).
How can I contact Richard Demarest Yant for a consultation?
You can contact Richard Demarest Yant 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 Richard Demarest Yant received?
Richard Demarest Yant's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Illinois College of Law
- 1982
B.S. Purdue
Purdue University
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1982

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