Atty. Christopher Peter Bennett

Atty. Christopher Peter Bennett

Christopher Peter Bennett is a lawyer practicing corporate, capital markets, initial public offerings and 3 other areas of law. Christopher received a B.A. degree from University of Missouri in 1994, and has been licensed for 27 years.

Chicago Chicago 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About Christopher Peter Bennett at a glance

Christopher Peter Bennett is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Kirkland & Ellis LLP. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on business and m&a. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1999). Educated at University of Missouri School of Law (J.D., 1999) and University of Missouri (B.A. Political, 1994). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Christopher Peter Bennett is a lawyer practicing corporate, capital markets, initial public offerings and 3 other areas of law
  • Christopher received a B.A. degree from University of Missouri in 1994, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Christopher practices at Kirkland & Ellis LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher Peter Bennett's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher Peter Bennett 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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Mergers & Acquisitions

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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 Peter Bennett

Where is Christopher Peter Bennett's law office located?
Christopher Peter Bennett'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 Christopher Peter Bennett handle?
Christopher Peter Bennett focuses on business, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Christopher Peter Bennett practiced law?
Christopher Peter Bennett has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Christopher Peter Bennett go to law school?
Christopher Peter Bennett earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.A. Political, 1994).
How can I contact Christopher Peter Bennett for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Missouri School of Law
- 1999
B.A. Political
University of Missouri
- 1994

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1999

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