Atty. Catherine Lucy Fitzpatrick

Atty. Catherine Lucy Fitzpatrick

Catherine Lucy Fitzpatrick is a lawyer practicing commercial, litigation, appellate litigation and 1 other area of law. Catherine received a B.S. degree from Northern Illinois University in 1984, and has been licensed for 30 years.

Chicago Chicago 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About Catherine Lucy Fitzpatrick at a glance

Catherine Lucy Fitzpatrick is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Kirkland & Ellis LLP. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals for the Thi (1996). Educated at University of Chicago Law School (J.D., 1995) and Northern Illinois University (B.S., 1984). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Catherine Lucy Fitzpatrick is a lawyer practicing commercial, litigation, appellate litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Catherine received a B.S. degree from Northern Illinois University in 1984, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Catherine practices at Kirkland & Ellis LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Catherine Lucy Fitzpatrick's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Catherine Lucy Fitzpatrick 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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Civil Litigation

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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

Common questions about Catherine Lucy Fitzpatrick

Where is Catherine Lucy Fitzpatrick's law office located?
Catherine Lucy Fitzpatrick's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Kirkland & Ellis LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Catherine Lucy Fitzpatrick handle?
Catherine Lucy Fitzpatrick focuses on business, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Catherine Lucy Fitzpatrick practiced law?
Catherine Lucy Fitzpatrick has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Catherine Lucy Fitzpatrick go to law school?
Catherine Lucy Fitzpatrick earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.S., 1984).
How can I contact Catherine Lucy Fitzpatrick for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Chicago Law School
- 1995
B.S.
Northern Illinois University
- 1984

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals for the Thi
Admitted: 1996

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