Atty. Scott James Heyman

Atty. Scott James Heyman

Scott James Heyman is a lawyer practicing state and local taxation, state, local and municipal law, tax and 1 other area of law. Scott received a B.S.E. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years.

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Profile Summary

About Scott James Heyman at a glance

Scott James Heyman is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Sidley Austin LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on irs, tax, and government. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1987), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1987), and U.S. Tax Court U.S. Supreme Court (1988). Educated at University of Chicago Law School (J.D., 1987) and University of Pennsylvania (B.S.E., 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Scott James Heyman is a lawyer practicing state and local taxation, state, local and municipal law, tax and 1 other area of law
  • Scott received a B.S.E. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Scott practices at Sidley Austin LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Scott James Heyman's Areas of Practice

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

IRS Disputes & Audits

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Tax Law

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

Scott James Heyman is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Illinois →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 Scott James Heyman

Where is Scott James Heyman's law office located?
Scott James Heyman's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Sidley Austin LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott James Heyman handle?
Scott James Heyman focuses on irs, tax, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Scott James Heyman practiced law?
Scott James Heyman has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Scott James Heyman go to law school?
Scott James Heyman earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.S.E., 1984).
How can I contact Scott James Heyman for a consultation?
You can contact Scott James Heyman 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 Scott James Heyman received?
Scott James Heyman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Chicago Law School
- 1987
B.S.E.
University of Pennsylvania
- 1984

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Tax Court U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1988

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