Atty. William M. Preston

Atty. William M. Preston

William M. Preston is a lawyer practicing commercial law.

Chicago Chicago 51 yrs experience 51 year
Call (312) 267-0773 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About William M. Preston at a glance

William M. Preston is a Chicago Housing Authority based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on business. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1975). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1975) and University of Chicago Business School (M.B.A. Williams, 1971). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William M. Preston is a lawyer practicing commercial law
  • William received a M.B.A. degree from University of Chicago Business School in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • William practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

William M. Preston's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William M. Preston 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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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 William M. Preston

Where is William M. Preston's law office located?
William M. Preston's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William M. Preston handle?
William M. Preston focuses on business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has William M. Preston practiced law?
William M. Preston has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did William M. Preston go to law school?
William M. Preston earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (M.B.A. Williams, 1971).
How can I contact William M. Preston for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Northwestern University
- 1975
M.B.A. Williams
University of Chicago Business School
- 1971

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1975

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