Atty. Scott A. Brainerd

Atty. Scott A. Brainerd

Scott A. Brainerd is a lawyer practicing litigation, class actions, real estate.

Chicago Chicago 44 Years Experience 44 year
Call (312) 548-7466

Profile Summary

About Scott A. Brainerd at a glance

Scott A. Brainerd is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Scott A. Brainerd, Ltd.. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on real estate, class action, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1982). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1982) and Syracuse University (B.A. Syracuse, 1977). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Scott A. Brainerd is a lawyer practicing litigation, class actions, real estate
  • Scott received a B.A. degree from Syracuse University in 1977, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Scott practices at Scott A. Brainerd, Ltd. in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Scott A. Brainerd's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Scott A. Brainerd handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Real Estate Law

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

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Class Action

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Scott A. Brainerd

Where is Scott A. Brainerd's law office located?
Scott A. Brainerd's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Scott A. Brainerd, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott A. Brainerd handle?
Scott A. Brainerd focuses on real estate, class action, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Scott A. Brainerd practiced law?
Scott A. Brainerd has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Scott A. Brainerd go to law school?
Scott A. Brainerd earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A. Syracuse, 1977).
How can I contact Scott A. Brainerd for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Northwestern University
- 1982
B.A. Syracuse
Syracuse University
- 1977

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1982

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