Atty. Christopher P. Tompkins

Atty. Christopher P. Tompkins

Christopher P. Tompkins is a lawyer practicing commercial, general practice, litigation and 2 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 26 yrs experience 26 year
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Profile Summary

About Christopher P. Tompkins at a glance

Christopher P. Tompkins is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Jenner & Block LLP. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on business and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2000), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (2000), U.S. Court of Federal Claims (2003), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit and U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois (2005). Educated at Loyola University Chicago School of Law (J.D., 2000) and Catholic University of America (B.A., 1997). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Christopher P. Tompkins is a lawyer practicing commercial, general practice, litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • Christopher received a B.A. degree from Catholic University of America in 1997, and has been licensed for 26 years
  • Christopher practices at Jenner & Block LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher P. Tompkins's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher P. Tompkins 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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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 P. Tompkins

Where is Christopher P. Tompkins's law office located?
Christopher P. Tompkins's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Jenner & Block LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher P. Tompkins handle?
Christopher P. Tompkins focuses on business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Christopher P. Tompkins practiced law?
Christopher P. Tompkins has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did Christopher P. Tompkins go to law school?
Christopher P. Tompkins earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.A., 1997).
How can I contact Christopher P. Tompkins for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Loyola University Chicago School of Law
- 2000
B.A.
Catholic University of America
- 1997

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2000
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 2000
U.S. Court of Federal Claims
Admitted: 2003
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit and U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 2005
U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. Court
Admitted: 2010

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