$ 400-400 per hour
Matthew J. Sheahin
About Matthew
Biography
Attorney Matthew Sheahin is a partner at the Palatine, Illinois, office of Lavelle Law, Ltd. and has been admitted to practice before all federal and state courts in the state of Illinois. Mr. Sheahin focuses his practice on commercial and business litigation, contract disputes, employment issues, commercial lease drafting, estate planning, and wills and trusts.
Mr. Sheahin received his undergraduate degree in accounting from the University of Illinois. He then pursued and received his law degree from Loyola University School of Law. He is a member of the Illinois State Bar Association, Chicago Bar Association and Illinois Trial Lawyers Association. Outside his legal practice, Mr. Sheahin is involved with the Northwest Regional Advisory Board of Catholic Charities, the Wheaton Chamber of Commerce and works with the Legal Assistance Foundation pro bono on disabled children's Social Security Income cases.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Illinois for 28 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1997
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Location
Lavelle Law, Ltd.
180 N. LaSalle, Suite 2503, Chicago, IL, 60601
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Matthew J. Sheahin's Reviews
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Posted by Rob | October 1, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent Lawyer, litigator and arbiter.
I've worked with Matt for the past seven years and have found him to be extremely knowledgeable. My interactions with him have been around contractual issues, where I have found him to be creative, detailed and responsive. I highly recommend his services!
Posted by Dave | December 4, 2014
He's better than the guys on To Catch a Contractor!
Matt has a depth of knowledge on a wide range of issues that you just don't find. This one specifically was for a contractor who had done work for us, and what he did for our heating system caused it not to work. I needed to pursue legal channels, which Matt walked me through. Honest guy, will hel...
Posted by Paul | December 4, 2014
A job well done
Matthew provided us with regular updates, and educated us well on the entire process. We went to court well informed and confident and were successful. Matt and his associates did a fine job!
Matthew J. Sheahin's Lawyer Endorsements
"Matt is a fantastic attorney and he's been a great teacher and mentor. He takes time with his clients and younger lawyers to help them get the best possible legal knowledge there is. He's an all-around great guy."
"Matt has a tremendous handle on all things litigation. He is the person you want in your corner when tough times arise. With decades of experience, Matt is our go-to litigator, and is among the most well-respected and knowledgeable attorneys in Chicago."
"I endorse this lawyer. Matt manages the largest practice area in our firm, commercial litigation. As a partner, he's a great asset to our firm, because of the benefits he brings to clients in complex commercial litigation disputes. All tough client matters start with Matt in our office."
"I endorse this lawyer. Matt Sheahin has a thorough knowledge of commercial litigation. At all times he zealously advocates on behalf of his clients."
"Matt's years of experience in the courtroom allow him to provide a real-world expectation to clients heading into litigation. Litigation can be difficult and stressful for clients, and Matt does an excellent job of preparing clients for the rigors of litigation and fights hard for the win."
"Matt is a very professional and diligent attorney. He has an excellent reputation in the Chicago land legal community. He uses his educational and work experience in vigorously representing his clients."
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Experience
Honors
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2013
Volunteer of the Year, Legal Assistance Foundation of Metropolitan Chicago
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
Work Experience
2000 - Present
Partner, Lavelle Law, Ltd.
1997 - 2000
Associate, Healy Law Firm
Associations
Illinois State Bar Association
Member
Chicago Bar Association
Member
Illinois Trial Lawyers Association
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Hawkclones LLC. v. Orbit Energy Inc. and Aether DBS, LLS v. Orbit Energy Inc.In the Circuit Court of DuPage County.
Mr. Sheahin successfully moved to dismiss both lawsuits for lack of personal jurisdiction, which effectively terminated the litigation without the need for protracted motions practice, discovery, or a trial.
Crates v. Johnson
Judgment for Plaintiff
Denison and Roatis and Triteq, Lock and Security, Inc. v. Gary Myers
TRO granted. Litgiation remains pending
Fisher Paper v. Warnke et al. In the United States District Court for the Northern District Court of Illinois.
settled
Northside Community Bank v. Act Realty Arianas / OTGC v. Act Realty
settled
Northside Community Bank v. Hueng Baek and Hyun Baek Lee
Barrington Bank v. Wojciak et al.
Judgment for Plaintiff
Barrington Bank and Trust Company, N.A. v. Broadpeak Collaborative, Inc., Thomas J. Hrinowich, and Anthony S. Martorano
Judgment for Plaintiff
America at Home Healthcare and Nursing Services, Ltd d/b/a Angels at Home Healthcare v. Michelle Buissereth-Reed, et al.
TRO granted. Case settled.
HEaling to Heal another v. JB Tate. et. al.
Pending. Sale of company is imminent.
Education
N/A
Loyola Law School, Loyola Marymount University
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Home Health Care - A Legal Primer
Commercial Litigation in the Home Health Care Industry
2012
MRI Human Resources Company
Litigation of HR issues
Publications
2013
Lavelle Law
Business Divorce - Shareholder Dispute
2011
Lavelle Law
Oppression - Fight the Power
2011
Lavelle Law
Always Put it in Writing, But What to Do if You Don't
2010
Lavelle Law
The Bad Confession
Languages
English