Atty. Sean Thomas Maloney

Atty. Sean Thomas Maloney

Sean Thomas Maloney is a lawyer practicing real estate finance, lease finance, corporate finance and 4 other areas of law. Sean received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Chicago Chicago 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Sean Thomas Maloney at a glance

Sean Thomas Maloney is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Schiff Hardin LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, tax, and foreclosure. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1987). Educated at Indiana University Maurer School of Law (J.D., 1986) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1983). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Sean Thomas Maloney is a lawyer practicing real estate finance, lease finance, corporate finance and 4 other areas of law
  • Sean received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Sean practices at Schiff Hardin LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Sean Thomas Maloney's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sean Thomas Maloney handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

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

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Tax Law

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

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Foreclosure Defense

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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 Sean Thomas Maloney

Where is Sean Thomas Maloney's law office located?
Sean Thomas Maloney's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Schiff Hardin LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sean Thomas Maloney handle?
Sean Thomas Maloney focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, tax, foreclosure. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Sean Thomas Maloney practiced law?
Sean Thomas Maloney has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Sean Thomas Maloney go to law school?
Sean Thomas Maloney earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact Sean Thomas Maloney for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Indiana University Maurer School of Law
- 1986
B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 1983

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1987

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