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Mazyar Malek Hedayat
- Romeoville, IL
- Licensed for 24 years
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About Mazyar
I have been an Attorney for 25 years. Find articles, posts, and podcasts written by me on blogs as well as Amazon.com, Westlaw, and LexisNexis. I attended the University of Chicago and University of Michigan where I earned a BA with Distinction from the Honor's College and an MBA from the Ross School of Business. I also worked my way through DePaul University College of Law where I received an American Jurisprudence Award in Professional Responsibility. I am president of the law firm I started in 1995. I have also held Series 7 and 63 licenses, a business broker's license, and am a title insurance agent. I am a member of several professional organizations including the American Bar Association, Will County Bar Association, and DuPage County Bar Association where I chaired several committees and received a Board of Directors' Award and edited the Bar Journal. I have also been honored as Lawyer of the Year and Bankruptcy Lawyer of the Year twice. I was honored to serve on the campaign of Judge Dorothy French of the 18th Circuit. Thank you for taking time to learn about me. If you have any questions please feel free to contact my office. I look forward to speaking with you.
Practice areas
- Litigation: 30%
Litigation in State and Federal Court.
25 years, 140 cases
- Business: 25%
Business organization, management, wind down, dissolution, and all issues in between.
25 years, 105 cases
- Probate: 25%
Estate management and disputes among stakeholders in the Estate.
- Construction and development: 20%
Mechanics Liens and Construction Disputes.
25 years, 50 cases
Languages spoken
Farsi
Photos and videos
Contact
M. Hedayat & Associates, PC
1211 W. Lakeview Court
Romeoville, IL, 60446-6501
Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| IL | Active And Authorized To Practice Law | 1995 | 07/06/2019 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Chair: Business Law Committee | DuPage County Bar Association | 2009 |
| Chair: Practice Management Committee | DuPage County Bar Association | 2007 |
| Lawyer of the Year | Legal Match | 2007 |
| Lawyer of the Year | Legal Match | 2007 |
| Chair: Practice Management Committee | DuPage County Bar Association | 2006 |
| Board of Directors Award | DuPage County Bar Association | 2005 |
|---|---|---|
| Bankruptcy Lawyer of the Year | LegalMatch | 2005 |
| Chair: Bankruptcy Law Committee | DuPage County Bar Association | 2005 |
| Vice-Chair: Bankruptcy Law Committee | DuPage County Bar Association | 2004 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| President | Aegis Title Services, Inc. | 2004 - Present |
| President | M. Hedayat & Associates, P.C. | 1995 - Present |
| Managing Member | eLawCentral.com, LLC | 2000 - 2002 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Will County Bar Association | Member | 2010 - Present |
| American Bar Association | Member | 1997 - Present |
| DuPage County Bar Association | Chair-Business Law Cmtee | 2007 - 2008 |
| DuPage County Bar Association | Editor in Chief (Bar Brief) | 2006 - 2007 |
| DuPage County Bar Association | Practice Management Cmtee | 2004 - 2007 |
| DuPage County Bar Association | Bankruptcy Committee | 2003 - 2007 |
|---|---|---|
| DuPage County Bar Association | Real Estate Law Cmtee | 2003 - 2007 |
| DuPage County Bar Association | Publication Board | 2003 - 2007 |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Law Technology News | In the Cloud - Law Office Software as a Service | 2009 |
| Lexis Nexis Publishing | Disposition of Collateral Following Default | 2009 |
| TechnoLawyer | ABA Technology Show 2008 | 2008 |
| TechnoLawyer | Small Law Column | 2008 |
| TechnoLawyer | Getting the Biggest Bang For Your Online Marketing Dollar | 2008 |
| TechnoLawyer | Comment on Review: Avvo Attorney Ratings by Daniel Fennick | 2008 |
|---|---|---|
| TechnoLawyer | More on an Efficient Legal Market (Clarifying My "Jerry Maguire Moment") | 2007 |
| TechnoLawyer | Comment on "A Call to Arms for Public Interest Lawyers" by Ruth Sternglantz | 2007 |
| TechnoLawyer | Review: Acrobat 8; Legal Software Upgrades | 2007 |
| TechnoLawyer | Transparency: Good Idea or Good Way to Lose Your Friends? | 2007 |
| TechnoLawyer | We Are the Good Guys and Technology Is Our Friend | 2007 |
| TechnoLawyer | A Contrarian View of Modern Practice: What's Wrong and How to Fix It | 2006 |
| TechnoLawyer | Review: Prolaw for a Solo Practitioner | 2006 |
| Unknown | Editor in Chief | 2006 |
| Brief | Getting Paid from the Chapter 7 Estate | 2004 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| DePaul University College of Law | JD | 1995 |
| University of Michigan, Ann Arbor | MBA | 1990 |
| University of Michigan, Ann Arbor | BA - Bachelor of Arts with Distinction | 1986 |
| University of Chicago | N/A | 1984 |
| Cranbrook School | Diploma | 1983 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Seminar | Illinois Foreclosures and Workouts | 2013 |
| Seminar | Advanced Issues in Real Estate Law | 2013 |
| This Week in Law | Lawyer Ratings and Avvo.com | 2007 |
| eFiling Presentations (various) | Electronic Filing | 2007 |
| CLE | Advanced Consumer BK | 2006 |
| CLE | Real Estate Transactions | 2006 |
|---|---|---|
| CLE | Investing in Distressed Real Estate | 2006 |
| Choosing the Right Business Entity | Business Entity Selection | 2006 |
| NBI | New Bankruptcy Law | 2005 |
| E-Filing and the BAPCPA | E-Filing/New Law | 2005 |
| CLE | Real Estate and Title Issues | 2005 |
| CLE | Construction, Insurance, Bonding, Liens | 2005 |
| CLE | What Every Lawyer Should Know (about BK) | 2005 |
| ABA Technology Show | Legal Match Training Institute | 2005 |
| CLE | Creditor's Perspective on Bankruptcy | 2004 |
| Bankruptcy and Family Law | Family Law and Bankruptcy | 2004 |
| 2004 Mega Seminar | Scavenger Sales (Tax Deeds) | 2004 |
| ABA Technology Show | Serving Society Through Technology | 2000 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Rocca vs. Bradley et al. | Successful Resolution |
| In re Jeffery N. | Reorganization Plan confirmed |
| In re Collink, Involuntary Chapter 7 | Discharged |
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Attorney endorsements
(13)Alen Takhsh, Immigration Attorney on Mar 19, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mazyar is a special type of attorney, as he combines years of legal practice with his unrivaled business acumen to guide his clients accordingly. He is well respected member of the Illinois Bar, and I endorse him without a scintilla of reservation.
Laurence Donahue, Business Attorney on Sep 29, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mazyar is a very smart, diligent and astute business leader and attorney. He is very technical, and provides a broad-range of legal services for his clients. I strongly recommend Mazyar.
Hovanes Margarian, Consumer protection Attorney on Jan 18, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
S. Jacob Babachanian, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 18, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mazyar has a nationwide reputation as a strong, committed and passionate lawyer who uses cutting-edge technology to represent his clients with high competence. He is my go-to Chicago-area bankruptcy lawyer and I endorse him without reservation.
Christian Lassen, Life insurance Attorney on Mar 15, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.
Lee Zeidman, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 26, 2013
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Attorney Hedayat and I worked as opposing counsels in a civil litigation matter. Attorney Hedayat was responsive, forthright and logical. I appreciated his candor and his integrity.
Frank Natoli, Internet Attorney on Jan 8, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mazyar offers very clear and insightful advice. I endorse this lawyer.
Daniel Winter, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Dec 15, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Robert Kuehl, Libel and slander Attorney on Nov 26, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I commend him for taking the time to answer questions here on Avvo. His responses clearly demonstrate that he is a wise, knowledgeable, and compassionate attorney, and a superb commincator.
Linscott Hanson, Limited liability company (LLC) Attorney on Jun 7, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. He is a highly regarded leader in the dupage bar association, a prolific writer on business law and related subjects. He is a hard worker and a generous man who will take the time to aid his fellow lawyers.
Anthony Abear, Divorce and separation Attorney on Mar 11, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I do endorse Mazi's work and work ethic. I've had the opportunity to see his work as well as to work along with him. He is an approachable, personable attorney with a hard work ethic.
Markus May, Mergers and acquisitions Attorney on Nov 30, 2007
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have served with Mazy on the DuPage County Bar Association Publication Board and know him to be a conscientious man with boundless energy. He is enthusiastic and a very good writer and editor. Though, I have not had the occasion to practice law with him, I would have no hesitancy in referring potential clients to him and believe he would do an excellent job for his client. As the editor-in-chief of the Publication Board he helped create a number of new initiatives including putting the Brief on the web and fully utilizing technology to improve things. He is an innovator, effective communicator, and leader and would undoubtedly bring these skills to bear for his clients.
Justin Gaffney, Social security Attorney on Nov 27, 2007
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer's work. Mazy M. Hedayat is a skilled and knowledgeable attorney in many areas of the law. He is a pillar in the Dupage County Bar Association and is never short of giving his free time to assist others. Any prospective client will receive professionalism, knowledge, enthusiasm, and most important, his undivided attention. Sincerely, Justin R. Gaffney Gaffney & Gaffney
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