Atty. Richard E. Brandwein

Atty. Richard E. Brandwein

Richard E. Brandwein is a lawyer practicing corporate (corporation) law, estate planning law, federal income, estate and gift taxation law.

Northbrook Northbrook 60 yrs experience 60 year
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About Richard E. Brandwein at a glance

Richard E. Brandwein is a Member based in Northbrook, Illinois, practicing at Brandwein & Brandwein. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, tax, and estate tax. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1966) and U.S. Tax Court (1968). Educated at John Marshall Law School (LL.M., 1966) and Roosevelt University (B.S.B.A., 1962). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago and Illinois State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Northbrook, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Richard E. Brandwein is a lawyer practicing corporate (corporation) law, estate planning law, federal income, estate and gift taxation law
  • Richard received a B.S.B.A. degree from Roosevelt University in 1962, and has been licensed for 60 years
  • Richard practices at Brandwein & Brandwein in Northbrook, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Richard E. Brandwein's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard E. Brandwein 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.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Estate & Gift Tax

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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 Northbrook 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 E. Brandwein

Where is Richard E. Brandwein's law office located?
Richard E. Brandwein's law practice is located in Northbrook, Illinois. The firm is Brandwein & Brandwein. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard E. Brandwein handle?
Richard E. Brandwein focuses on estate planning, business, tax, estate tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Richard E. Brandwein practiced law?
Richard E. Brandwein has 60+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1966.
Where did Richard E. Brandwein go to law school?
Richard E. Brandwein earned their education at (LL.M., 1966); (B.S.B.A., 1962).
How can I contact Richard E. Brandwein for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Richard E. Brandwein received?
Richard E. Brandwein's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M.
John Marshall Law School
- 1966
B.S.B.A.
Roosevelt University
- 1962

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1966
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1968

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