Atty. Amory Cummings

Atty. Amory Cummings

Amory Cummings is a lawyer practicing financial markets and services, bond underwriters, government and regulatory law and 2 other areas of law. Amory received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Chicago Chicago 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About Amory Cummings at a glance

Amory Cummings is an Of Counsel based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Freeborn & Peters LLP. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on formation and government. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1977) and Missouri (1984). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1977) and Yale University (B.A., 1974). Active member of Chicago Bar Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Amory Cummings is a lawyer practicing financial markets and services, bond underwriters, government and regulatory law and 2 other areas of law
  • Amory received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Amory practices at Freeborn & Peters LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Amory Cummings's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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Government & Administrative Law

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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 Amory Cummings

Where is Amory Cummings's law office located?
Amory Cummings's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Freeborn & Peters LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Amory Cummings handle?
Amory Cummings focuses on formation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Amory Cummings practiced law?
Amory Cummings has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Amory Cummings go to law school?
Amory Cummings earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Amory Cummings for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Michigan
- 1977
B.A.
Yale University
- 1974

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1977
Missouri
Admitted: 1984

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