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Atty. Steven Kandelman

Atty. Steven Kandelman

For over 19 years, Steven Kandelman has practiced real estate tax law and obtained favorable property tax assessments, tax reductions and refunds for his clients by challenging fair market valuations and securing real estate tax incentives. In July, 2016, he joined Rieff Schramm Kanter & Guttman LLC as Partner.

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About Steven Kandelman at a glance

Steven Kandelman is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Rieff Schramm Kanter & Guttman LLC. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on real estate, tax, tax litigation, estate tax, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1998). Educated at Illinois Institute of Technology Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 1997) and Northwestern University (Bachelor, 1993). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • For over 19 years, Steven Kandelman has practiced real estate tax law and obtained favorable property tax assessments, tax reductions and refunds for his clients by challenging fair market valuations and securing real estate tax incentives
  • In July, 2016, he joined Rieff Schramm Kanter & Guttman LLC as Partner
  • Mr. Kandelman has represented numerous commercial, industrial and residential property owners, developers and property managers in assessment appeals at the Cook County Assessor, the Cook County Board of Review, the Illinois Property Tax Appeal Board and the Circuit Court of Cook County
  • He also practices in the offices of the Assessors and Boards of Review throughout Illinois
  • He is an AV rated attorney
  • Steven Kandelman is a past Chairman of the Real Estate Tax Committee of the Chicago Bar Association (2012)
  • He has also been a highly regarded speaker at the Continuing Legal Education Seminars of the Chicago Bar Association on the subject of real estate taxation
  • Mr. Kandelman is a current member of the Illinois State Bar Association (ISBA) State and Local Taxation Committee and has authored articles for the ISBA Tax Trends Newsletter
  • He has researched and assisted in the preparation of the Illinois Chapter of the ABA Property Tax Deskbook and the Illinois Continuing Legal Education (ICLE) Real Estate Tax Assessment Section

Practice Areas Explained

Steven Kandelman's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

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

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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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Tax Litigation

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Estate & Gift Tax

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Appellate Practice

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 Steven Kandelman

Where is Steven Kandelman's law office located?
Steven Kandelman's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Rieff Schramm Kanter & Guttman LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven Kandelman handle?
Steven Kandelman focuses on real estate, tax, tax litigation, estate tax, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Steven Kandelman practiced law?
Steven Kandelman has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Steven Kandelman go to law school?
Steven Kandelman earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (Bachelor, 1993).
How can I contact Steven Kandelman for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Steven Kandelman received?
Steven Kandelman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Illinois Institute of Technology Chicago-Kent College of Law
- 1997
Bachelor
Northwestern University
- 1993

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1998

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