Atty. Stewart Schechter

Atty. Stewart Schechter

Stewart Schechter is a lawyer practicing real estate, business transactions, estate planning and 1 other area of law. Stewart received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Northbrook Northbrook 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About Stewart Schechter at a glance

Stewart Schechter is a Member based in Northbrook, Illinois, practicing at Schechter & Associates. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1979) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1980). Educated at Loyola University (J.D., 1979) and University of Illinois (B.S., 1976). Active member of Chicago and Illinois State Bar Associations Illinois Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Serands clients in Northbrook, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Stewart Schechter is a lawyer practicing real estate, business transactions, estate planning and 1 other area of law
  • Stewart received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Stewart practices at Schechter & Associates in Northbrook, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Stewart Schechter's Areas of Practice

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

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Stewart Schechter is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →

Real Estate Law

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

Stewart Schechter is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →

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 Northbrook 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 Stewart Schechter

Where is Stewart Schechter's law office located?
Stewart Schechter's law practice is located in Northbrook, Illinois. The firm is Schechter & Associates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stewart Schechter handle?
Stewart Schechter focuses on estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Stewart Schechter practiced law?
Stewart Schechter has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Stewart Schechter go to law school?
Stewart Schechter earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.S., 1976).
How can I contact Stewart Schechter for a consultation?
You can contact Stewart Schechter 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.

Education

J.D.
Loyola University
- 1979
B.S.
University of Illinois
- 1976

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1980

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