Atty. Walter Samuel Holzer

Atty. Walter Samuel Holzer

Walter Samuel Holzer is a lawyer practicing real estate, public finance & tax exempt finance, corporate and 5 other areas of law. Walter received a B.S. degree from The Ohio State University in 1991, and has been licensed for 31 years.

Chicago Chicago 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About Walter Samuel Holzer at a glance

Walter Samuel Holzer is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Kirkland & Ellis LLP. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, tax, and m&a. Admitted to practice in Ohio (Inactive) (1995) and Illinois (2009). Educated at Capital University (J.D., 1995) and The Ohio State University (B.S. Business, 1991). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Walter Samuel Holzer is a lawyer practicing real estate, public finance & tax exempt finance, corporate and 5 other areas of law
  • Walter received a B.S. degree from The Ohio State University in 1991, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Walter practices at Kirkland & Ellis LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Walter Samuel Holzer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Walter Samuel Holzer 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.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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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 Walter Samuel Holzer

Where is Walter Samuel Holzer's law office located?
Walter Samuel Holzer's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Kirkland & Ellis LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Walter Samuel Holzer handle?
Walter Samuel Holzer focuses on business, real estate, tax, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Walter Samuel Holzer practiced law?
Walter Samuel Holzer has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Walter Samuel Holzer go to law school?
Walter Samuel Holzer earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.S. Business, 1991).
How can I contact Walter Samuel Holzer for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Capital University
- 1995
B.S. Business
The Ohio State University
- 1991

Bar Admissions

Ohio (Inactive)
Admitted: 1995
Illinois
Admitted: 2009

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