Atty. Catherine O'Donnell

Atty. Catherine O'Donnell

Catherine O'Donnell is a lawyer practicing litigation, appeals, family and 2 other areas of law. Catherine received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana in 2004, and has been licensed for 22 years.

Schaumburg Schaumburg 22 yrs experience 22 year
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Profile Summary

About Catherine O'Donnell at a glance

Catherine O'Donnell is an Associate based in Schaumburg, Illinois, practicing at O'Donnell & Associates, Ltd.. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, litigation, adr, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2004). Educated at University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana (B.A. Humanities, 2004) and Northern Illinois University College of Law (J.D., 2001). Serands clients in Schaumburg, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Catherine O'Donnell is a lawyer practicing litigation, appeals, family and 2 other areas of law
  • Catherine received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana in 2004, and has been licensed for 22 years
  • Catherine practices at O'Donnell & Associates, Ltd. in Schaumburg, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Catherine O'Donnell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Catherine O'Donnell handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Civil Litigation

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Mediation & Arbitration

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Appellate Practice

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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 Schaumburg 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 O'Donnell

Where is Catherine O'Donnell's law office located?
Catherine O'Donnell's law practice is located in Schaumburg, Illinois. The firm is O'Donnell & Associates, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Catherine O'Donnell handle?
Catherine O'Donnell focuses on criminal defense, family law, litigation, adr, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Catherine O'Donnell practiced law?
Catherine O'Donnell has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did Catherine O'Donnell go to law school?
Catherine O'Donnell earned their education at (B.A. Humanities, 2004); (J.D., 2001).
How can I contact Catherine O'Donnell for a consultation?
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Education

B.A. Humanities
University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana
- 2004
J.D.
Northern Illinois University College of Law
- 2001

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2004

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