Atty. Steven Robert Shanin

Atty. Steven Robert Shanin

Steven Robert Shanin is a lawyer practicing federal criminal law, tax, criminal defense. Steven received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois, and has been licensed for 52 years.

Chicago Chicago 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About Steven Robert Shanin at a glance

Steven Robert Shanin is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Steven R. Shanin. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, tax, and federal crimes. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1974). Educated at Loyola University J.D. (—) and University of Illinois B.S. Economics (—). Active member of Illinois State (Member, Committee on Sentencing and Corrections), Federal and American Bar Associations National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Steven Robert Shanin is a lawyer practicing federal criminal law, tax, criminal defense
  • Steven received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Steven practices at Steven R. Shanin in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Steven Robert Shanin's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Tax Law

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Federal Crimes

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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

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Where is Steven Robert Shanin's law office located?
Steven Robert Shanin's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Steven R. Shanin. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven Robert Shanin handle?
Steven Robert Shanin focuses on criminal defense, tax, federal crimes. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Steven Robert Shanin practiced law?
Steven Robert Shanin has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
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Education

Loyola University J.D.
- In Progress
University of Illinois B.S. Economics
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1974

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