Adam Samuel Tracy

Adam Samuel Tracy

also known as Adam S. Tracy, Adam Tracy

3.7
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 20 years

Litigation Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Litigation, Securities Offerings, Corporate & Incorporation

141 W. Jackson Blvd., Suite 2172, Chicago, IL

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2020
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About Adam

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Litigation 50%

I represent both individuals and businesses in a wide variety of litigation matters, including contract, collection, and personal injury

21 years | 25 cases

50%
Corporate and Incorporation 25%

Providing entity and private fund formation for emerging, growth-orientated startups

21 years | 100 cases

25%
Securities Offerings 25%

I consult early stage ventures navigate the complex world of securities law. This includes drafting investment documents, providing IPO and reverse merger services, hedge fund formation and ongoing SEC compliance work.

21 years | 100 cases

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 120 minutes

Contingency

10%-33%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 20 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2005

Not Authorized To Practice Law Due To Discipline

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2020

Location

The Tracy Firm, Ltd.

141 W. Jackson Blvd., Suite 2172, Chicago, IL, 60604

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Adam Samuel Tracy's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.7 /5.0

39 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 15 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Caren | December 03, 2012 | Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Commendable lawyer

I hired Adam Tracy to help me with my (Chap 7) bankruptcy process 8 months ago. Adam is a smart, reliable and very professional attorney. His outstanding service made the cumbersome bankruptcy process go very well. Throughout the process, I never felt that Adam considered me as just a "number," but r...ather, he treated me with concern and without judgement. Thanks to him, my bankruptcy process is now complete and successful. I highly recommend Adam Tracy to anyone who needs help with the bankruptcy process.

Posted by Jimmy | November 07, 2012 | Real Estate

Real Estate Transaction Went Smoothly

I would strongly recommend Mr. Adam Tracy's service for real estate. His calm and collective approach was exceptionally encouraging, considering the fact that my transaction was not the easiest one. Moreover, I have referred to him many clients, since I have learned that he constantly does indeed his... best for his clients. With certainty, you won't be disappointed in any aspect of his work.

Posted by Marybeth | October 01, 2012 | Foreclosure

Got the Job done

I had lost my husband, my job, and was on the bring of losing my home. Adam had a real passion for this type of case and was extremely knowledgeable where a couple other attorneys I met with just seemed to want a big up front payment. He saved my house and was extremely flexible working with me. I... would recommend him to anybody.

Posted by anonymous | August 31, 2011

Handled A Number of Complex Corporate Legal Matters

Adam has represented me in a myriad of complex legal matters. I was impressed by his efforts on my behalf. I would certainly engage his services in future matter

Posted by anonymous | June 21, 2011 | Foreclosure

Adam Tracy helped me with my home

Adam has diligently fought to obtain a loan modification on my behalf. I would recommend his services to anybody facing home foreclosure.

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Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2020.

Disbarment by Consent issued in IL, 2020

updated on 04/07/2021

Disbarment on consent means the attorney resigned in order to avoid being disbarred, the most serious penalty for a lawyer.

Suspension issued in IL, 2019

updated on 10/16/2019

Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a specific period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Honors

2018

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Founder/Managing Attorney, The Tracy Firm, Ltd.

2006 - 2008

Co-Founder, Vice President & General Counsel, Ecology Coatings, Inc.

2005 - 2006

Associate Attorney, Rathje Woodward LLC

2004 - 2005

Corporate Counsel, Philip Morris U.S.A.

2000 - 2003

Gasoline Trader, BP, PLC

Associations

2016 - Present

The National Creditors Bar Association

Member

2015 - Present

Securities Transfer Association

Member

2014 - Present

Federal Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

DuPage County Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

Securities Industry Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Etherecash.IO

Client raised over $31,000,000

TriMax Consulting Inc

Initial Public Offering (IPO)

Carbon Credit International Inc

Initial Public Offering (IPO)

MP Ventures, Inc

Initial Public Offering (IPO)

Realco International, Inc.

Initial Public Offering (IPO)

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Education

2005

DePaul University College of Law

JD/MBA - Juris Doctorate and MBA

2005

DePaul University

M.B.A.

2000

University of Notre Dame

B.S. & B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2011

Real Estate Educators Association Predatory Loan Litigaiton

2011

Real Estate Educators Association Real Estate Investment

Publications

Languages

English

German

Activity

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