Atty. Stuart E. Grass
Stuart E. Grass is a lawyer practicing estate planning, communications / media, corporate and 2 other areas of law.
Communications & Media & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 55+ Years Experience
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About Stuart E. Grass at a Glance
Stuart E. Grass is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1971), California (1973), and Illinois (1977). Educated at New York University (M.A., 1976) and University of Michigan Law School (J.D., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago and American (Member, Section of Taxation) Bar Associations. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Stuart E. Grass
- Stuart E. Grass is a lawyer practicing estate planning, communications / media, corporate and 2 other areas of law
- Stuart received a degree from New York University in 1976, and has been licensed for 55 years
- Stuart practices at Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP in Chicago, IL
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Stuart E. Grass's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stuart E. Grass handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Trusts in Chicago
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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.
Stuart E. Grass 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.
Stuart E. Grass is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →
Entertainment & Sports Law in Chicago
Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.
Stuart E. Grass is one of 45,619 entertainment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse entertainment attorneys in Illinois →
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 Stuart E. Grass
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 Stuart E. Grass's practice in the field of trusts, estate planning, business, and entertainment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Stuart E. Grass brings 55+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Michigan, California, and Illinois, Stuart E. Grass can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, estate planning, and business, Stuart E. Grass 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 Stuart E. Grass attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Stuart E. Grass Handles in Chicago
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