Andrew Robert Schwartz

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Andrew Robert Schwartz

also known as Andrew R. Schwartz Esq.

5.0
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 37 years

Corporate and incorporation Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Corporate & Incorporation, Limited Liability Company (LLC), Lawsuits & Disputes ... +15 more

111 N. Canal Street, Suite 394, Chicago, IL

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About Andrew

Biography

Professional Affiliations: Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education (author); Illinois Bar Journal (author); Illinois State Bar Association (lecturer); Illinois Super Lawyers magazine recogniz...

Practice Areas

18

Practice Areas

Other 15%

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Arbitration 5%

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Banking 5%

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Bankruptcy and Debt 5%

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Business 5%

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Commercial Real Estate 5%

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Contracts and Agreements 5%

I have represented clients in connection with many different types of commercial transactions, many of which involve the sale of goods and services. I have also drafted and negotiated contracts relating to the formation and operation of businesses, as well as for employment and partnerships.

37 years | 100 cases

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Corporate and Incorporation 5%

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Debt Collection 5%

My office handles complex debt collection matters, an area in which we have great expertise. I am the lead author of a leading Illinois treatise on fraudulent transfer litigation; I also teach seminars on this topic to other Illinois lawyers.

37 years | 200 cases

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Debt Settlement 5%

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Foreclosure 5%

Mortgage foreclosure is a rapidly-growing part of my practice. My objective in this area is to use my litigation expertise to ensure (1) that my clients' rights are not trampled in the foreclosure process, and (2) to help my clients to negotiate the best possible deal with their lenders.

30 years | 50 cases

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Lawsuits and Disputes 5%

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Life Insurance 5%

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Limited Liability Company (LLC) 5%

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Litigation 5%

Most of my litigation practice involves complex commercial disputes. In 22+ years of practice before Illinois and Federal Courts, I have handled matters ranging from simple contract disputes to the defense of a complex securities-fraud case.

37 years | 500 cases

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Mediation 5%

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Partnership 5%

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Real Estate 5%

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Fees and Rates

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Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 37 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1988

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Schwartz & Kanyock, LLC

111 N. Canal Street, Suite 394, Chicago, IL, 60606-7203

schwartz-lawyer.com/

Schwartz Law Group, LLC

30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 3105, Chicago, IL, 60602

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Andrew Robert Schwartz's Reviews

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Posted by Terry | January 7, 2011

Highly Professional, Knowledgeable & Zealous Advocate

Andrew R. Schwartz is an exceptional attorney who I’ve had the honor and pleasure to have known both personally and professionally for the past 20 years. I highly recommend his quality legal services. I trust his intelligence, admire his professionalism and envy his devotion to detail. Over the ...years, Andy has represented myself and family members on various complicated legal matters, each time achieving results exceeding expectations - thanks to his thoughtful guidance, impressive work ethic and zealous advocacy. Andy is a knowledgeable legal authority educating attorneys by presenting Continuing Legal Education seminars and publishing many well-researched and detailed Bar Journal articles on a variety of legal topics. Often, the highest compliment paid to him is when his adversaries retain his services after concluding a legal matter. This reflects his professionalism, commitment to excellence and trustworthiness. I am an attorney myself and regularly consult with Andy on a variety of legal matters. I’ve always found him to be a tremendous resource - his clear explanation of complicated legal issues and sound advice demonstrate his depth of knowledge and experience. He always strives to provide the highest quality services and regularly achieves outstanding results.

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Matthew Henderson

Litigation lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Andy is one of the brightest and most capable commercial litigators I have worked with. He is highly creative in his approach to litigation, and he is the first lawyer I think of when referring a case of that nature. Andy also has a broad transactional background enabling him to handle corporate, real estate, and estate planning matters. I enthusiastically recommend Andy as a highly qualified and aggressive litigator."

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Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2010

Pre-Eminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

Super Lawyer, Illinois Super Lawyers

2008

AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2007

Super Lawyer, Illinois Super Lawyers

2007

AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2006

AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

N/A

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Managing Member, Schwartz & Kanyock, LLC

1900 - Present

Managing Member, Schwartz Law Group, LLC

2000 - 2007

Partner, Sugar, Friedberg & Felsenthal, LLP

1988 - 2000

Associate, Davidson & Schwartz

Associations

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

S-Cubed, LLC, et. al v. Schmidt, et. al

$31 million judgment entered against defendant ($1 million compensatory damages, $30 million punitive damages); claim against wife settled

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Education

1988

Loyola University Chicago School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2011

Seminar

Fraudulent Transfers and the Matrimonial Lawyer

2011

Lecture

Fraudulent Transfers for the Matrimonial Lawyer

2010

Annual Seminar

Fraudulent Transfer Litigation for Matrimonial Attorneys

Publications

2010

Illinois Bar Journal Attacking Rule 137 Sanctions Motions as Pleadings

2009

IICLE CHANCERY AND SPECIAL REMEDIES Litigating the Suit to set Aside Fraudulent Transfers

2002

ISBA Fam. Law Newsletter Winner Take All: Recovery of Fees for Fee Litigation in Illinois

2000

Ill.B.J. Recovering Costs in Illinois Civil Actions

1999

Ill.B.J. Resolving Contract Ambiguity: Parol Evidence Versus the Rules of Contract Construction

1999

IICLE CHANCERY AND SPECIAL REMEDIES Litigating the Suit to set Aside Fraudulent Transfers

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