Atty. Scott Turow
Scott Turow is a lawyer practicing white collar, criminal defense, general litigation. Scott received a B.A. degree from Amherst College in 1970, and has been licensed for 48 years.
Criminal Defense & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 48+ Years Experience
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About Scott Turow at a Glance
Scott Turow is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Dentons US LLP. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, white collar, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1978), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar (1978), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1979). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1978) and Amherst College (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago Bar Association Chicago Council of Lawyers. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Scott Turow
- Scott Turow is a lawyer practicing white collar, criminal defense, general litigation
- Scott received a B.A. degree from Amherst College in 1970, and has been licensed for 48 years
- Scott practices at Dentons US LLP in Chicago, IL
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Scott Turow's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Scott Turow handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Criminal Defense in Chicago
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White Collar Crimes in Chicago
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Civil Litigation in Chicago
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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 Scott Turow
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 Scott Turow's practice in the field of criminal defense, white collar, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Scott Turow brings 48+ 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 Illinois, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit, Scott Turow can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, white collar, and litigation, Scott Turow 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 Scott Turow 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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