Marc S. Joseph
Partner
Real Estate
Marc Joseph is a senior partner at the law firm of Levenfeld Pearlstein, a nationally recognized mid-sized law firm located in Chicago for its innovation, sophisticated business-oriented practice, and commitment to unparalleled client experience. With more than 35 years of legal and business experience and a certified public accountant, Marc has served his clients as an experienced business advisor and in their complex legal needs. Marc has served on the firm’s Executive Committee and as an effective member of numerous company and charity boards and committees. He earned his bachelor’s degree (Magna Cum Laude) at the Business School at the University of Illinois and his law degree (Magna Cum Laude, Law Review and Order of the Coif) at the University of Illinois. Marc is an active investor in various businesses, involved in numerous charities and an avid golfer.
Additional Information
Education & Admissions
Education
- University of Illinois College of Law, J.D., magna cum laude, Law Review, Order of the Coif
- University of Illinois School of Business, magna cum laude
Bar Admissions
- Illinois
Memberships
- Chicago Real Estate Council
- Leading Lawyer Network
- Executive Board of The Harold Eisenberg Foundation
- Facilities Board Member, Jewish United Fund
Awards
- The Best Lawyers in America, 2009-2023
- Named as an Illinois Super Lawyer, 2011-2014
- Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
- Named by Midwest Real Estate News as one of the 2007 "40 Over 40"
Q&A
What’s the best compliment you ever received from a client?
The best compliment I ever received from a client was “you just get it,” which I took to mean that I got the client’s goals for the deal and what the client wanted to accomplish, I understood the transaction and what was important to accomplish and protect the client and I interacted with the other side in a way that made the transaction go smoothly.What’s the biggest mistake attorneys can make?
I believe the biggest mistake an attorney can make is being an obstacle as opposed to a facilitator of a deal. It is obviously important to protect the client, but it is equally important to accomplish what the client wants, which is to get the deal done efficiently and effectively.What was your very first job?
My first job was working at my dad’s small grocery store in a very tough neighborhood in Chicago at the age of 10. I actually volunteered to work because my dad worked seven days a week and I wanted to spend time with him. In hindsight, not the best idea, but I got to spend time with my dad, understand what it takes to run a business and meet a payroll and develop a strong work ethic.
“I have a long-term relationship with Marc, and he is great to work with. We are very satisfied with the service and attention and the reasonableness of the billing.”
