Atty. Andrew Christopher Porter

Atty. Andrew Christopher Porter

Andrew Christopher Porter is a lawyer practicing litigation, white collar criminal defense, labor and employment. Andrew received a B.A. degree from Illinois Wesleyan University in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Chicago Chicago 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About Andrew Christopher Porter at a glance

Andrew Christopher Porter is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, employment, white collar, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1992), U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1993), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1995). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1992) and Illinois Wesleyan University (B.A., 1989). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Andrew Christopher Porter is a lawyer practicing litigation, white collar criminal defense, labor and employment
  • Andrew received a B.A. degree from Illinois Wesleyan University in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Andrew practices at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Andrew Christopher Porter's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Andrew Christopher Porter 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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Employment Law

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

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White Collar Crimes

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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 Andrew Christopher Porter

Where is Andrew Christopher Porter's law office located?
Andrew Christopher Porter's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Andrew Christopher Porter handle?
Andrew Christopher Porter focuses on criminal defense, employment, white collar, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Andrew Christopher Porter practiced law?
Andrew Christopher Porter has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Andrew Christopher Porter go to law school?
Andrew Christopher Porter earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1989).
How can I contact Andrew Christopher Porter for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Northwestern University
- 1992
B.A.
Illinois Wesleyan University
- 1989

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1993
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1995

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