Atty. Robert C. Aument
Robert C. Aument is a lawyer practicing estate and income tax planning, business succession planning, estate and income and 4 other areas of law.
Business & Succession Planning & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 37+ Years Experience
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About Robert C. Aument at a Glance
Robert C. Aument is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Marshall Brown LLP. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1989). Educated at Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 1989) and Illinois State University (B.S., 1981). Active member of Illinois State and American Bar Associations Illinois Society of Certified Public Accountants. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert C. Aument
- Robert C. Aument is a lawyer practicing estate and income tax planning, business succession planning, estate and income and 4 other areas of law
- Robert C. received a B.S. degree from Illinois State University in 1981, and has been licensed for 37 years
- Robert C. practices at Marshall Brown LLP in Chicago, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Robert C. Aument's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert C. Aument 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
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Probate in Chicago
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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.
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Business & Corporate Law in Chicago
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Chicago
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 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 Robert C. Aument
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 Robert C. Aument's practice in the field of trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert C. Aument brings 37+ 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, Robert C. Aument 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 Robert C. Aument 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 Robert C. Aument Handles in Chicago
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