Atty. Daniel J. May

Atty. Daniel J. May

Daniel J. May is a lawyer practicing litigation & defense, bankruptcy & debt, appeals and 2 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 17 yrs experience 17 year
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Profile Summary

About Daniel J. May at a glance

Daniel J. May is an Attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Kluever & Platt, LLC. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, bankruptcy, litigation, government, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2009) and U.S. District Court (Northern District of Illinois) (2010). Educated at Loyola University Chicago School of Law (J.D. Business, 2010) and Eastern Illinois University (B.A. Sociology, 2006). Active member of Affiliations/Memberships Turnaround Management Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Daniel J. May is a lawyer practicing litigation & defense, bankruptcy & debt, appeals and 2 other areas of law
  • Daniel received a B.A. degree from Eastern Illinois University in 2006, and has been licensed for 17 years
  • Daniel practices at Kluever & Platt, LLC in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Daniel J. May's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel J. May handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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Appellate Practice

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chicago are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Daniel J. May

Where is Daniel J. May's law office located?
Daniel J. May's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Kluever & Platt, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Daniel J. May handle?
Daniel J. May focuses on criminal defense, bankruptcy, litigation, government, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Daniel J. May practiced law?
Daniel J. May has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Daniel J. May go to law school?
Daniel J. May earned their education at (J.D. Business, 2010); (B.A. Sociology, 2006).
How can I contact Daniel J. May for a consultation?
You can contact Daniel J. May directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Education

J.D. Business
Loyola University Chicago School of Law
- 2010
B.A. Sociology
Eastern Illinois University
- 2006

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2009
U.S. District Court (Northern District of Illinois)
Admitted: 2010

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