Atty. Andrew Theodore Staes

Atty. Andrew Theodore Staes

Member: Chicago-Kent Law Review, 1981-1982. Author: "Pleading Under The Federal Rules of Civil Procedure," in Federal Civil Practice, IICLE, 1987, 1989.

Chicago Chicago 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Andrew Theodore Staes at a glance

Andrew Theodore Staes is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Staes & Scallan, P.C.. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on business, white collar, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1983), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar (1984), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1985), and U.S. Tax Court (1991). Educated at Illinois Institute of Technology/Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 1983) and University of Illinois (B.S.B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

Member

Chicago-Kent Law Review, 1981-1982

Author

"Pleading Under The Federal Rules of Civil Procedure," in Federal Civil Practice, IICLE, 1987, 1989

Practice Areas Explained

Andrew Theodore Staes's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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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 Theodore Staes

Where is Andrew Theodore Staes's law office located?
Andrew Theodore Staes's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Staes & Scallan, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Andrew Theodore Staes handle?
Andrew Theodore Staes focuses on business, white collar, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Andrew Theodore Staes practiced law?
Andrew Theodore Staes has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Andrew Theodore Staes go to law school?
Andrew Theodore Staes earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.S.B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Andrew Theodore Staes for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Andrew Theodore Staes received?
Andrew Theodore Staes's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Illinois Institute of Technology/Chicago-Kent College of Law
- 1983
B.S.B.A.
University of Illinois
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1991
U.S. Court Of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1992

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