Atty. Cheryl Tama Oblander

Atty. Cheryl Tama Oblander

Cheryl Tama Oblander is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, bankruptcy. Cheryl received a B.A. degree from Southern Illinois University in 1980, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Chicago Chicago 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About Cheryl Tama Oblander at a glance

Cheryl Tama Oblander is a employment and bankruptcy attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1988), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, including Trial Bar (1989), U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois (1991), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1993). Educated at Loyola University Chicago School of Law (J.D., 1988) and Southern Illinois University (B.A. Biological, 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association National Association of Women Lawyers. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Cheryl Tama Oblander is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, bankruptcy
  • Cheryl received a B.A. degree from Southern Illinois University in 1980, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Cheryl practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Cheryl Tama Oblander's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Cheryl Tama Oblander handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

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

Cheryl Tama Oblander is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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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 Cheryl Tama Oblander

Where is Cheryl Tama Oblander's law office located?
Cheryl Tama Oblander's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Cheryl Tama Oblander handle?
Cheryl Tama Oblander focuses on employment, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Cheryl Tama Oblander practiced law?
Cheryl Tama Oblander has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Cheryl Tama Oblander go to law school?
Cheryl Tama Oblander earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A. Biological, 1980).
How can I contact Cheryl Tama Oblander for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Cheryl Tama Oblander received?
Cheryl Tama Oblander's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Loyola University Chicago School of Law
- 1988
B.A. Biological
Southern Illinois University
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, including Trial Bar
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 1991
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1996
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan
Admitted: 2007
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2007
U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit
Admitted: 2012
U.S. Court of Federal Claims
Admitted: 2012
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri
Admitted: 2013

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