Atty. Sheldon Reitman
Sheldon Reitman is a lawyer practicing real estate taxation, partnership law, taxation and 1 other area of law. Sheldon received a B.S.B.A. degree from Roosevelt University in 1960, and has been licensed for 60 years.
Partnership Law & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 60+ Years Experience
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About Sheldon Reitman at a Glance
Sheldon Reitman is a estate planning, business, real estate, tax, and estate tax attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1966). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1966) and Roosevelt University (B.S.B.A., 1960). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Sheldon Reitman
- Sheldon Reitman is a lawyer practicing real estate taxation, partnership law, taxation and 1 other area of law
- Sheldon received a B.S.B.A. degree from Roosevelt University in 1960, and has been licensed for 60 years
- Sheldon practices in Chicago, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Sheldon Reitman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sheldon Reitman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Estate Planning & Probate in Chicago
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Sheldon Reitman is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →
Business & Corporate Law in Chicago
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Sheldon Reitman is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →
Real Estate Law in Chicago
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Sheldon Reitman is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →
Tax Law in Chicago
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Sheldon Reitman is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Illinois →
Estate & Gift Tax 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 Sheldon Reitman
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 Sheldon Reitman's practice in the field of estate planning, business, real estate, tax, and estate tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Sheldon Reitman brings 60+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering estate planning, business, and real estate, Sheldon Reitman 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 Sheldon Reitman attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Sheldon Reitman Handles in Chicago
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Sheldon Reitman directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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