Adnan A. Shams

Adnan A. Shams

5.0
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 17 years

Business Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Business, Real Estate, Intellectual Property, Litigation

401 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 1200, Chicago, IL

About Adnan

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Business 40%

Whether you are a sole proprietor, small business, or large conglomerate, SRM Law is equipped to help ensure that you are in compliance with all state and national laws, and that your business interests are protected so that you can focus on growing and maintaining your business.

40%
Real Estate 40%

SRM Law has handled both sides of real estate purchase transactions for residential and commercial properties, as well as franchise and landlord/tenant issues.

40%
Intellectual Property 10%

Patents, trademarks, and copyrights are the mainstays of intellectual property law. With several years’ experience in protecting our client’s ideas and inventions on both the state and national levels, we provide the expertise necessary to protect your intellectual property to the fullest extent and give you peace of mind.

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 45 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 17 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2008

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Lorium Law

401 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 1200, Chicago, IL, 60611

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Adnan A. Shams's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | July 26, 2014

Excellent Service and Attention to Detail

Adnan is very professional, timely, and courteous. He took the time to understand my specific needs, and come up with a solution that was mutually agreeable. He is not like other lawyers who just want you to drop off the paperwork and charge a fee. He is extremely personable, and a rare find nowad...ays in a world where communication is a rare professional trait to have. I highly recommend his work.

Posted by Diana | May 12, 2014

Honorable, Easily Accessible, and Sincere!

Mr. Shams has been a vital part of our daycare operation. As a new small business owner, finding a perfect attorney was not an easy feat. With so many legal matters surrounding the daycare industry, we needed to make sure that our attorney would be one with patience, knowledge, and true understand...ing of what it takes to help us form a solid foundation for our rapidly growing business. Mr. Shams has literally held our hands through this process and I don’t know where we would be without his support. From working with our budget to answering the most simple questions, Mr. Shams is always willing to assist us no matter how small the situation may be. Ms. Shams is not just an attorney in our eyes; he is a huge part of our daycare family and we look forward in continuing to work with him in all of our future daycare centers.

Posted by Sharif | April 21, 2014

Stellar legal counsel & small business support!

Adnan Shams embodies the 'ideal' attorney; a resource which may be: unattainable, seemingly impossible to find, and daunting - in the task of searching for legal representation when you need it. His: knowledge, professionalism, communication, & general performance - often exceeds my expectation...s. Mr. Shams has been assisting my family & I for nearly seven years, on-going - in matters spanning across several industries & instances. Many friends are now trusted clients of his firm as well. Furthermore, Mr. Shams has demonstrated his adaptable nature within an often rigid set of detail-oriented systems in which we've both used, and continue to use in common. His rates are reasonable, and his billing practices fair. Mr. Shams is efficient. His approach is: analytical, direct, & kind. I would highly recommend Adnan Shams to anyone looking for legal advice and/or representation. The relationship I have with Shams, Rodriguez, & Mozwecz, P.C. is brilliant! : ) Thank you for making my companies & I as successful as we are today, and continuing to assist us in our future endeavors.

Posted by Joe | September 30, 2013

Trustworthy and Reassuring

I contracted with Mr. Shams many times to help with the formation of my business. I couldn't ask for someone better by my side through that entire process. I look forward to working with Adnan and continuing this excellent relationship. I appreciate the sincere care and attention to detail he puts in...to each and every aspect of the business. Thank You!

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Adnan A. Shams's Lawyer Endorsements

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Scott Nyman

Business lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Adnan's understanding of intellectual property and business matters make him a valuable resource to anyone that has the pleasure to work with him. Highly recommended."

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Jeffrey Esser

Business lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I know Adnan to be a knowledgeable and competent attorney."

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Karl Roth

Intellectual property lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have consulted with Adnan on a variety of trademark issues and have even referred clients to him for his expertise in patents. His experience as an IP lawyer give him the skills to quickly get to the heart of the issue and come up with a solid plan for dealing with it. He's my "go to" patent guy and I strongly endorse Adnan as an attorney not only in the area of IP, but also as general business counsel."

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Jennifer Mozwecz

Corporate and incorporation lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Co-worker

"Adnan is an excellent corporate attorney and diligent in his representation of clients. He is thorough in dealing with client matters, as well as pointing out issues that clients may not have known or thought about."

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Donald Mccoy

Business lawyer | Aug 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have consulted with Mr. Shams on several matters and always find him extremely capable and a pleasure to consult with. His knowledge and experience exceed his age. He brings much to the table. I highly endorse this attorney."

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Scott Nyman

Intellectual property lawyer

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Jeffrey Esser

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Karl Roth

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Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2019

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2018

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2017

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2016

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2015

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2003

Award for Excellence, DHR International

Work Experience

2021 - Present

Managing Partner, Lorium P.C.

2013 - 2021

Shareholder, SRM Law, P.C.

2008 - 2013

Attorney, Mozwecz & Shams LLP

2008 - 2008

Patent Agent, Greer, Burns & Crain

2006 - 2008

IP Law Clerk, Denison & Associates

2001 - 2004

Director of IT, DHR International

Associations

2012 - Present

AMLA

Business & IP Lead

2007 - Present

United States Patent and Trademark Office

Education

2008

DePaul University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

DePaul University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2016

AMLA Annual Conference

Starting a Law Practice

2015

Real Talk

Hate Speech

2014

Annual Conference

Private Practice/Work Life Balance

Publications

Languages

English

Urdu

Activity

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