Atty. Susan E. Dawn

Atty. Susan E. Dawn

Susan E. Dawn is a lawyer practicing corporate law, estate planning, real estate and 2 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 40 Years Experience 40 year
Call (312) 554-5961

Profile Summary

About Susan E. Dawn at a glance

Susan E. Dawn is a probate, estate planning, business, real estate, and international attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1986). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D. McGeorge, 1986) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1981). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Susan E. Dawn is a lawyer practicing corporate law, estate planning, real estate and 2 other areas of law
  • Susan received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1981, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Susan practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Susan E. Dawn's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

Susan E. Dawn is one of 115,645 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Illinois →

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.

Susan E. Dawn is one of 203,974 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Susan E. Dawn is one of 452,854 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.

Susan E. Dawn is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →

International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

Susan E. Dawn is one of 36,155 international attorneys indexed nationally. Browse international 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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Susan E. Dawn

Where is Susan E. Dawn's law office located?
Susan E. Dawn's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Susan E. Dawn handle?
Susan E. Dawn focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Susan E. Dawn practiced law?
Susan E. Dawn has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Susan E. Dawn go to law school?
Susan E. Dawn earned their education at (J.D. McGeorge, 1986); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact Susan E. Dawn for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. McGeorge
John Marshall Law School
- 1986
B.A.
University of Illinois
- 1981

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1986

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