Atty. Susan T. Bart

Atty. Susan T. Bart

Susan T. Bart is a lawyer practicing trusts, estates and not-for-profits, estate administration, estate planning and wealth transfer and 4 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Susan T. Bart at a glance

Susan T. Bart is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at ArentFox Schiff LLP. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, family law, estate planning, and estate litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1985) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1985). Educated at University of Michigan Law School (J.D., 1985) and Grinnell College (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Susan T. Bart is a lawyer practicing trusts, estates and not-for-profits, estate administration, estate planning and wealth transfer and 4 other areas of law
  • Susan received a B.A. degree from Grinnell College in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Susan practices at ArentFox Schiff LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Susan T. Bart's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Family Law

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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.

Susan T. Bart is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →

Estate & Trust Litigation

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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 T. Bart

Where is Susan T. Bart's law office located?
Susan T. Bart's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is ArentFox Schiff LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Susan T. Bart handle?
Susan T. Bart focuses on trusts, probate, family law, estate planning, estate litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Susan T. Bart practiced law?
Susan T. Bart has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Susan T. Bart go to law school?
Susan T. Bart earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Susan T. Bart for a consultation?
You can contact Susan T. Bart directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Susan T. Bart received?
Susan T. Bart's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Michigan Law School
- 1985
B.A.
Grinnell College
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1985

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