Atty. Daniel Joseph Cheely

Atty. Daniel Joseph Cheely

Daniel Joseph Cheely is a lawyer practicing elder law, civil rights litigation/section 1983, employment & labor and 8 other areas of law. Daniel received a degree from Harvard Law School in 1974, and has been licensed for 52 years.

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Profile Summary

About Daniel Joseph Cheely at a glance

Daniel Joseph Cheely is a personal injury, employment, business, product liability, and litigation attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Admitted to practice in Illinois United States District Court, Northern District of Illinois United States Court of Appeals, (1974). Educated at Harvard Law School (Juris Doctor, 1974) and Harvard University Law School JD (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional Associations •American Bar Association • Illinois State Bar Association • Chicago Bar Association • National Lawyers Association • Christian Legal Society • Illinois Appellate Lawyers Association •Defense Research Institute. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Daniel Joseph Cheely is a lawyer practicing elder law, civil rights litigation/section 1983, employment & labor and 8 other areas of law
  • Daniel received a degree from Harvard Law School in 1974, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Daniel practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Daniel Joseph Cheely's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Daniel Joseph Cheely is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Daniel Joseph Cheely is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Daniel Joseph Cheely is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →

Product Liability

Daniel Joseph Cheely is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Daniel Joseph Cheely is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →

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 Joseph Cheely

Where is Daniel Joseph Cheely's law office located?
Daniel Joseph Cheely's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Daniel Joseph Cheely handle?
Daniel Joseph Cheely focuses on personal injury, employment, business, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Daniel Joseph Cheely practiced law?
Daniel Joseph Cheely has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Daniel Joseph Cheely go to law school?
Daniel Joseph Cheely earned their education at (Juris Doctor, 1974); (—).
How can I contact Daniel Joseph Cheely for a consultation?
You can contact Daniel Joseph Cheely 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.
What awards or recognition has Daniel Joseph Cheely received?
Daniel Joseph Cheely's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

Juris Doctor
Harvard Law School
- 1974
Harvard University Law School JD
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois United States District Court, Northern District of Illinois United States Court of Appeals,
Admitted: 1974

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