Atty. Stuart Michael Widman
Stuart Michael Widman is a lawyer practicing antitrust & trade law, commercial litigation, arbitration and 18 other areas of law. Stuart received a B.S. degree from University of Pennsylvania, Wharton School of Finance in 1970, and has been licensed for 49 years.
Antitrust & Trade Law & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 49+ Years Experience
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About Stuart Michael Widman at a Glance
Stuart Michael Widman is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Miller Shakman & Beem LLP. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on contracts, employment, business, real estate, and ip. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1977), U.S. Tax Court (1987), and Wisconsin U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar U.S. Court of Appea (1988). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1974) and University of Pennsylvania, Wharton School of Finance (B.S., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Stuart Michael Widman
- Stuart Michael Widman is a lawyer practicing antitrust & trade law, commercial litigation, arbitration and 18 other areas of law
- Stuart received a B.S. degree from University of Pennsylvania, Wharton School of Finance in 1970, and has been licensed for 49 years
- Stuart practices at Miller Shakman & Beem LLP in Chicago, IL
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Stuart Michael Widman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stuart Michael Widman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Contracts in Chicago
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Employment Law in Chicago
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Business & Corporate Law in Chicago
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Real Estate Law in Chicago
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Intellectual Property in Chicago
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
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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 Michael Widman
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 Michael Widman's practice in the field of contracts, employment, business, real estate, and ip.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Stuart Michael Widman brings 49+ 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. Tax Court, and Wisconsin U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar U.S. Court of Appea, Stuart Michael Widman can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, employment, and business, Stuart Michael Widman 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 Michael Widman attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Stuart Michael Widman Handles in Chicago
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