Atty. Wayne Stewart Shapiro

Atty. Wayne Stewart Shapiro

Wayne Stewart Shapiro is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce, real estate and 2 other areas of law. Wayne received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1971, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Chicago Chicago 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Wayne Stewart Shapiro at a glance

Wayne Stewart Shapiro is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Wayne S. Shapiro, P.C.. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on divorce, wills, probate, family law, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1978) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1978). Educated at Loyola University (J.D., 1978) and University of Illinois (B.S., 1971). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Chicago, DuPage County and Illinois State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Wayne Stewart Shapiro is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce, real estate and 2 other areas of law
  • Wayne received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1971, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Wayne practices at Wayne S. Shapiro, P.C. in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Wayne Stewart Shapiro's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Wayne Stewart Shapiro handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Wills

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Probate

Wayne Stewart Shapiro is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Illinois →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Wayne Stewart Shapiro is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Illinois →

Real Estate Law

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

Wayne Stewart Shapiro is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 Wayne Stewart Shapiro

Where is Wayne Stewart Shapiro's law office located?
Wayne Stewart Shapiro's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Wayne S. Shapiro, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Wayne Stewart Shapiro handle?
Wayne Stewart Shapiro focuses on divorce, wills, probate, family law, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Wayne Stewart Shapiro practiced law?
Wayne Stewart Shapiro has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Wayne Stewart Shapiro go to law school?
Wayne Stewart Shapiro earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.S., 1971).
How can I contact Wayne Stewart Shapiro for a consultation?
You can contact Wayne Stewart Shapiro 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 Wayne Stewart Shapiro received?
Wayne Stewart Shapiro's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Loyola University
- 1978
B.S.
University of Illinois
- 1971

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1978

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