About Murray
Murray Rickliffe Choate II is a lawyer based in Charleston, Illinois, specializing in enterprise, real property, and worldwide law. With over four decades of legal knowledge, he has developed a strong practice that caters to clients. Admitted to the Illinois State Bar in 1982 and the Indiana State Bar in 1979, Choate has established a popularity for excellence throughout multiple jurisdictions. His profession spans various states and nations, showcasing his adaptability and commitment to his clients. Born in Anna, Illinois, in 1954, Choate pursued better schooling at Dartmouth College, where he graduated cum laude in 1976 with a Bachelor of Arts in Government. This foundational education laid the groundwork for his professional legal career.
Following his undergraduate studies, he earned his Juris Doctor from Vanderbilt University Law School in 1979. His early legal career included meaningful roles at Barnes & Thornburg in Indianapolis. He developed his skills in business law, and as Corporate Counsel for Resort Condominiums International, the place he navigated complex legal frameworks within the hospitality industry. In addition to his in-house counsel experience, Choate served as General Counsel for Fairfield Communities in Arkansas and Vistana Resort Development in Florida. These positions allowed him to gain invaluable insights into the details of actual property and corporate law. In 2004, he returned to his roots in Charleston, Illinois, the place he based his own practice, Murray R.
Choate II, Attorney At Law, in 2005. His firm addresses many legal issues, including business contracts, property transactions, and worldwide franchising. Choate's international knowledge is noteworthy — He has represented clients in a number of jurisdictions, including China, Vietnam, and Australia. His talent extends to assisting international firms and individuals with U.S. investments, particularly in handling the requirements of the EB-5 investor visa software. This program has become more and more meaningful for overseas buyers looking for to establish a foothold in the U.S.
market. As a member of each the Illinois State Bar Association and the Indiana State Bar Association, Choate actively engages with the legal community. His contributions have been acknowledged thru speaking engagements at meetings of the International Bar Association and the American Bar Association. His office, located at 622 Jackson Avenue, Charleston, IL 61920, serves as a hub for his legal practice. Clients can reach him by phone at (217) 345-4452 or via e-mail at rickchoate@choatelawyers.com. In summary, Murray Rickliffe Choate II combines extensive legal know-how with a commitment to serving clients both domestically and internationally in the fields of business, actual estate, and worldwide law.
