Atty. William Scott Schwartz

Atty. William Scott Schwartz

William Scott Schwartz is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, bankruptcy, banking law and 4 other areas of law. William received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Chicago Chicago 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About William Scott Schwartz at a glance

William Scott Schwartz is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Levenfeld Pearlstein, LLC. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on chapter 7, business, real estate, bankruptcy, and foreclosure. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1990). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology (J.D., 1990) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1987). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William Scott Schwartz is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, bankruptcy, banking law and 4 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • William practices at Levenfeld Pearlstein, LLC in Chicago, IL and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

William Scott Schwartz's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Scott Schwartz handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

William Scott Schwartz is one of 8,885 chapter 7 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 7 attorneys in Illinois →

Business & Corporate Law

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

William Scott Schwartz 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.

William Scott Schwartz 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.

William Scott Schwartz is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Illinois →

Foreclosure Defense

William Scott Schwartz is one of 14,193 foreclosure attorneys indexed nationally. Browse foreclosure 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 William Scott Schwartz

Where is William Scott Schwartz's law office located?
William Scott Schwartz's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Levenfeld Pearlstein, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Scott Schwartz handle?
William Scott Schwartz focuses on chapter 7, business, real estate, bankruptcy, foreclosure. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has William Scott Schwartz practiced law?
William Scott Schwartz has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did William Scott Schwartz go to law school?
William Scott Schwartz earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1987).
How can I contact William Scott Schwartz for a consultation?
You can contact William Scott Schwartz 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 William Scott Schwartz received?
William Scott Schwartz's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology
- 1990
B.A.
University of Illinois
- 1987

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1990

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