Atty. Sharp Sorensen
Sharp Sorensen is a lawyer practicing global finance, m&a and private equity, tax and 3 other areas of law. Sharp received a B.S. degree from University of Utah in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years.
Global Finance & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 40+ Years Experience
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About Sharp Sorensen at a Glance
Sharp Sorensen is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Sidley Austin LLP. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on tax and m&a. Admitted to practice in New York (1986) and Illinois (1992). Educated at Northwestern University School of Law (J.D., 1985) and University of Utah (B.S., 1982). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Sharp Sorensen
- Sharp Sorensen is a lawyer practicing global finance, m&a and private equity, tax and 3 other areas of law
- Sharp received a B.S. degree from University of Utah in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years
- Sharp practices at Sidley Austin LLP in Chicago, IL
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Sharp Sorensen's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sharp Sorensen handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Tax Law in Chicago
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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Mergers & Acquisitions 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 Sharp Sorensen
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 Sharp Sorensen's practice in the field of tax and m&a.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Sharp Sorensen brings 40+ 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 New York and Illinois, Sharp Sorensen can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering tax and m&a, Sharp Sorensen 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 Sharp Sorensen 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 Sharp Sorensen Handles in Chicago
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Sharp Sorensen 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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