Atty. Susan Gail Berman

Atty. Susan Gail Berman

Susan Gail Berman is a lawyer practicing probate, wealth planning, charitable foundations & non-profits and 5 other areas of law. Susan received a B.B.A. degree from Emory University in 2003, and has been licensed for 20 years.

Chicago Chicago 20 yrs experience 20 year
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Profile Summary

About Susan Gail Berman at a glance

Susan Gail Berman is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Reed Smith LLP. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, estate litigation, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (2006). Educated at Loyola University of Chicago School of Law (J.D., 2006) and Emory University (B.B.A. Finance, 2003). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Susan Gail Berman is a lawyer practicing probate, wealth planning, charitable foundations & non-profits and 5 other areas of law
  • Susan received a B.B.A. degree from Emory University in 2003, and has been licensed for 20 years
  • Susan practices at Reed Smith LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Susan Gail Berman's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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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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Estate & Trust Litigation

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 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 Susan Gail Berman

Where is Susan Gail Berman's law office located?
Susan Gail Berman's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Reed Smith LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Susan Gail Berman handle?
Susan Gail Berman focuses on probate, estate planning, estate litigation, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Susan Gail Berman practiced law?
Susan Gail Berman has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
Where did Susan Gail Berman go to law school?
Susan Gail Berman earned their education at (J.D., 2006); (B.B.A. Finance, 2003).
How can I contact Susan Gail Berman for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Loyola University of Chicago School of Law
- 2006
B.B.A. Finance
Emory University
- 2003

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 2006

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