Atty. Ann Catherine Wallis

Atty. Ann Catherine Wallis

Ann Catherine Wallis is a lawyer practicing commercial, advertising, entertainment and 5 other areas of law. Ann received a B.S. degree from Washington University in 2000, and has been licensed for 20 years.

Chicago Chicago 20 yrs experience 20 year
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Profile Summary

About Ann Catherine Wallis at a glance

Ann Catherine Wallis is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Sidley Austin LLP. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on business and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2006). Educated at Northwestern University School of Law (J.D., 2006) and Washington University (B.S., 2000). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ann Catherine Wallis is a lawyer practicing commercial, advertising, entertainment and 5 other areas of law
  • Ann received a B.S. degree from Washington University in 2000, and has been licensed for 20 years
  • Ann practices at Sidley Austin LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Ann Catherine Wallis's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ann Catherine Wallis 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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Entertainment & Sports 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 Ann Catherine Wallis

Where is Ann Catherine Wallis's law office located?
Ann Catherine Wallis's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Sidley Austin LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ann Catherine Wallis handle?
Ann Catherine Wallis focuses on business, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Ann Catherine Wallis practiced law?
Ann Catherine Wallis has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
Where did Ann Catherine Wallis go to law school?
Ann Catherine Wallis earned their education at (J.D., 2006); (B.S., 2000).
How can I contact Ann Catherine Wallis for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Northwestern University School of Law
- 2006
B.S.
Washington University
- 2000

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2006

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