Atty. Stephen L. Chernof

Atty. Stephen L. Chernof

Stephen L. Chernof is a lawyer practicing business, general corporate, real estate.

Milwaukee Milwaukee 58 yrs experience 58 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen L. Chernof at a glance

Stephen L. Chernof is a Member based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, practicing at Godfrey & Kahn, S.C.. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on business and real estate. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1968). Educated at University of Wisconsin (J.D., 1968) and University of Wisconsin (B.S., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Milwaukee, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Stephen L. Chernof is a lawyer practicing business, general corporate, real estate
  • Stephen received a B.S. degree from University of Wisconsin in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • Stephen practices at Godfrey & Kahn, S.C. in Milwaukee, WI

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen L. Chernof's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen L. Chernof 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.

Stephen L. Chernof is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Wisconsin →

Real Estate Law

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

Stephen L. Chernof is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Wisconsin →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Wisconsin

Practicing law in Wisconsin. Legal matters in Wisconsin are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Milwaukee are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Wisconsin state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Stephen L. Chernof

Where is Stephen L. Chernof's law office located?
Stephen L. Chernof's law practice is located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The firm is Godfrey & Kahn, S.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen L. Chernof handle?
Stephen L. Chernof focuses on business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wisconsin.
How long has Stephen L. Chernof practiced law?
Stephen L. Chernof has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did Stephen L. Chernof go to law school?
Stephen L. Chernof earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (B.S., 1965).
How can I contact Stephen L. Chernof for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen L. Chernof 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 Stephen L. Chernof received?
Stephen L. Chernof's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Wisconsin
- 1968
B.S.
University of Wisconsin
- 1965

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 1968

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