Atty. Stuart Jay Kohn
Stuart Jay Kohn is a lawyer practicing estate planning, estate administration, family wealth counseling and 2 other areas of law. Stuart received a B.B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years.
Estate Administration & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 39+ Years Experience
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About Stuart Jay Kohn at a Glance
Stuart Jay Kohn is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Levenfeld Pearlstein, LLC. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, family law, estate planning, and tax. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. Tax Court (1987) and Arizona (2018). Educated at Loyola University School of Law (J.D., 1987) and University of Michigan (B.B.A., 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago, Illinois State and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Stuart Jay Kohn
- Stuart Jay Kohn is a lawyer practicing estate planning, estate administration, family wealth counseling and 2 other areas of law
- Stuart received a B.B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
- Stuart practices at Levenfeld Pearlstein, LLC in Chicago, IL and 1 other location
Practice Areas Explained
Stuart Jay Kohn's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stuart Jay Kohn 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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Probate in Chicago
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Family Law in Chicago
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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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.
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Tax Law in Chicago
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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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 Jay Kohn
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 Jay Kohn's practice in the field of trusts, probate, family law, estate planning, and tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Stuart Jay Kohn brings 39+ 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 Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. Tax Court and Arizona, Stuart Jay Kohn can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and family law, Stuart Jay Kohn 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 Jay Kohn 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 Jay Kohn Handles in Chicago
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