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Robert W. Kaufman
T: 312 726-0440 ext. 214
F: 312 726-1448
rkaufman@fischelkahn.com |
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Chicago Bar Association, Probate Practice Committee |
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Illinois State Bar Association, Trusts and Estates Section Council |
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American Bar Association
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Chicago Estate Planning Council |
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National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys |
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Decalogue Society of Lawyers |
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| Admitted to Practice: 1977 |
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State of Illinois |
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U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
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United States Tax Court |
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Certified Public Accountant, |
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Robert W. Kaufman is a principal of the firm.
A substantial part of Mr. Kaufman’s practice is devoted to the area of estate
planning, and the related administration and taxation of estates and trusts.
He also represents parties in estate and trust litigation, and has extensive
knowledge of both state and federal taxation.
In his more general practice, he represents individuals and business entities
in various transactional, business and real estate matters.
Professional Honors:
Mr. Kaufman is a past Chairman of the Chicago Bar Association Probate
Practice Committee, and is AV Preeminent Rated by Martindale-Hubbell, the
highest level of professional excellence in ethical standards and legal
ability.
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New York University, LL.M. Taxation, 1977
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University of Maryland, J.D. with honors, 1976
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University of Michigan, B.B.A. with distinction, 1973 |
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Author:
“Estate Planning by Guardians: The Next Generation”
November, 2010 Illinois State Bar Association Trusts and Estates Newsletter (vol. 57, no. 4)
“The Illinois estate tax: A few surprises, perhaps?”
October, 2011 Illinois State Bar Association Trusts and Estates Newsletter (vol. 58, no. 4)
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