Atty. James Eric Guth

Atty. James Eric Guth

James Eric Guth is a lawyer practicing corporate, business, lending and structured finance and 3 other areas of law. James received a A.B. degree from Princeton University in 1990, and has been licensed for 29 years.

Chicago Chicago 29 J. Erfahrung 29 year
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Profile Summary

About James Eric Guth at a glance

James Eric Guth is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Barnes & Thornburg LLP. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on business and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1997) and Wisconsin (1997). Educated at University of Wisconsin Law School (J.D., 1997) and Princeton University (A.B., 1990). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Eric Guth is a lawyer practicing corporate, business, lending and structured finance and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a A.B. degree from Princeton University in 1990, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • James practices at Barnes & Thornburg LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James Eric Guth's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Eric Guth handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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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 James Eric Guth

Where is James Eric Guth's law office located?
James Eric Guth's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Barnes & Thornburg LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Eric Guth handle?
James Eric Guth focuses on business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James Eric Guth practiced law?
James Eric Guth has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did James Eric Guth go to law school?
James Eric Guth earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (A.B., 1990).
How can I contact James Eric Guth for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Wisconsin Law School
- 1997
A.B.
Princeton University
- 1990

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1997
Wisconsin
Admitted: 1997

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