Atty. Thomas E. Schnur

Atty. Thomas E. Schnur

Thomas E. Schnur is a lawyer practicing creditors rights, finance & transactions, financing and secured transactions and 8 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas E. Schnur at a glance

Thomas E. Schnur is a Shareholder based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Vedder Price. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, m&a, and zoning. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1986). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1986) and University of Illinois (B.S. Finance, 1983). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of American Bar Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas E. Schnur is a lawyer practicing creditors rights, finance & transactions, financing and secured transactions and 8 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Thomas practices at Vedder Price in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas E. Schnur's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

Thomas E. Schnur is one of 501,317 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.

Thomas E. Schnur is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Thomas E. Schnur is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Illinois →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Thomas E. Schnur is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Illinois →

Land Use & Zoning

Thomas E. Schnur is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning 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 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 Thomas E. Schnur

Where is Thomas E. Schnur's law office located?
Thomas E. Schnur's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Vedder Price. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas E. Schnur handle?
Thomas E. Schnur focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, m&a, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Thomas E. Schnur practiced law?
Thomas E. Schnur has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Thomas E. Schnur go to law school?
Thomas E. Schnur earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.S. Finance, 1983).
How can I contact Thomas E. Schnur for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas E. Schnur 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 Thomas E. Schnur received?
Thomas E. Schnur's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
DePaul University
- 1986
B.S. Finance
University of Illinois
- 1983

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1986

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