Atty. Robert Mark Shafis
Robert Mark Shafis is a lawyer practicing nonprofit and charitable organizations, wills, trusts and estates and 2 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from Purdue University in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years.
Nonprofit and Charitable Organizations & More Attorney · Serving Mount Prospect, IL · 46+ Years Experience
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About Robert Mark Shafis at a Glance
Robert Mark Shafis is a wills, trusts, estate planning, and tax attorney based in Mount Prospect, Illinois. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1980), Missouri (1984), and Illinois (1985). Educated at Valparaiso University (J.D., 1980) and Purdue University (B.A., 1977). Serves clients in Mount Prospect, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert Mark Shafis
- Robert Mark Shafis is a lawyer practicing nonprofit and charitable organizations, wills, trusts and estates and 2 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.A. degree from Purdue University in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
- Robert practices in Mount Prospect, IL
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Robert Mark Shafis's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Mark Shafis handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Mount Prospect.
Wills in Mount Prospect
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Trusts in Mount Prospect
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Estate Planning & Probate in Mount Prospect
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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Tax Law in Mount Prospect
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Mount Prospect
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 Mount Prospect 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.
Mount Prospect Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Mount Prospect-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 Mount Prospect Choose Robert Mark Shafis
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 Mark Shafis's practice in the field of wills, trusts, estate planning, and tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert Mark Shafis brings 46+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Indiana, Missouri, and Illinois, Robert Mark Shafis can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wills, trusts, and estate planning, Robert Mark Shafis can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Mount Prospect
A Mount Prospect-based practice means Robert Mark Shafis attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Robert Mark Shafis Handles in Mount Prospect
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Robert Mark Shafis has experience with under Illinois law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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