Atty. Alison Hale Edwards

Atty. Alison Hale Edwards

Alison Hale Edwards is a lawyer practicing criminal and criminal appeals law. Alison received a A.B. degree from University of Chicago in 1967, and has been licensed for 54 years.

Chicago Chicago 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About Alison Hale Edwards at a glance

Alison Hale Edwards is an Ofc. of the Pub. Def., App. Div. based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and appellate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1972). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1972) and University of Chicago (A.B., 1967). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Alison Hale Edwards is a lawyer practicing criminal and criminal appeals law
  • Alison received a A.B. degree from University of Chicago in 1967, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Alison practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Alison Hale Edwards's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Alison Hale Edwards handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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

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Where is Alison Hale Edwards's law office located?
Alison Hale Edwards's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Alison Hale Edwards handle?
Alison Hale Edwards focuses on criminal defense, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Alison Hale Edwards practiced law?
Alison Hale Edwards has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Alison Hale Edwards go to law school?
Alison Hale Edwards earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (A.B., 1967).
How can I contact Alison Hale Edwards for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
DePaul University
- 1972
A.B.
University of Chicago
- 1967

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1972

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