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Katten

Private Wealth Law

High Net Worth Guide 2025 : USA - Nationwide

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Katten

Rankings

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Private Wealth Law - USA - Nationwide

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Katten has a national reputation for its trust and estate practice. It is strong in Chicago and has a notable practice in New York City and in Los Angeles.

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Strengths

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  • It is important in cross-border cases to have an understanding of the different legal systems. Katten has this expertise, which is why we always work with Katten on international cases.

    Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

  • Katten has such a deep bench. They are all impressive, from partners through to associates. I would trust a Katten first-year associate, and I definitely could not say that about many firms.

    Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

  • The trust and estates practice at Katten is extremely knowledgeable and professional. What distinguishes this department is the personalised service we receive, as well as its accessibility.

    Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

  • Katten has the most responsive service of any firm I work with. Katten provides white-glove service to clients and makes it as easy on clients and other client advisers as possible.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Joshua Rubenstein
    Joshua Rubenstein

    Joshua Rubenstein

    Joshua Rubenstein has an excellent reputation for advising on contentious and non-contentious aspects of private client matters. Much of Rubenstein's work is cross-border in scope.

    • Joshua is technically excellent. What sets him apart is his judgement. He knows how to read the situation. He has amazing experience.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

    • Joshua Rubenstein is an exceptional attorney. He understands the commercial and emotional side of our situation.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
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  • Carol A. Johnston
    Carol A. Johnston

    Carol A. Johnston

    Carol Johnston advises high net worth clients on a range of wealth planning techniques. She also advises on estate and trust administration.

    • Carol goes above and beyond to meet the needs of her clients.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

    • I have nothing but the highest respect for Carol Johnston's expertise, strategic thinking and support.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
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