Atty. Christopher Edward Kentra

Atty. Christopher Edward Kentra

Christopher Edward Kentra is a lawyer practicing litigation, corporate, labor and employment and 3 other areas of law. Christopher received a degree from Moot Court Society, American Jurisprudence Award recipient in Trial Advocacy, recipient of the Irene V.

Chicago Chicago 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About Christopher Edward Kentra at a glance

Christopher Edward Kentra is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Burke, Warren, MacKay & Serritella, P.C.. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on employment, business, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Illinois Seventh Circuit United States Court of Appeals U.S. District Court - Central District of Il (1992). Educated at Moot Court Society, American Jurisprudence Award recipient in Trial Advocacy, recipient of the Irene V. McCormick Scholarship for Academic Excellence Miami University-Oxford (B.S. Finance, 1989) and IIT Chicago-Kent College of Law J.D. with honors Fenwick High School Class of 1985 (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional/Community Chicago Bar Association Chicago Inn of Court Better Business Bureau of Chicago and Northern Indiana. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Christopher Edward Kentra is a lawyer practicing litigation, corporate, labor and employment and 3 other areas of law
  • Christopher received a degree from Moot Court Society, American Jurisprudence Award recipient in Trial Advocacy, recipient of the Irene V. McCormick Scholarship for Academic Excellence, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Christopher practices at Burke, Warren, MacKay & Serritella, P.C. in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher Edward Kentra's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher Edward Kentra 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.

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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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Insurance 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 Christopher Edward Kentra

Where is Christopher Edward Kentra's law office located?
Christopher Edward Kentra's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Burke, Warren, MacKay & Serritella, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher Edward Kentra handle?
Christopher Edward Kentra focuses on employment, business, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Christopher Edward Kentra practiced law?
Christopher Edward Kentra has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Christopher Edward Kentra go to law school?
Christopher Edward Kentra earned their education at (B.S. Finance, 1989); (—).
How can I contact Christopher Edward Kentra for a consultation?
You can contact Christopher Edward Kentra directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Christopher Edward Kentra received?
Christopher Edward Kentra's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

B.S. Finance
Moot Court Society, American Jurisprudence Award recipient in Trial Advocacy, recipient of the Irene V. McCormick Scholarship for Academic Excellence Miami University-Oxford
- 1989
IIT Chicago-Kent College of Law J.D. with honors Fenwick High School Class of 1985
- In Progress

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois Seventh Circuit United States Court of Appeals U.S. District Court - Central District of Il
Admitted: 1992

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