Atty. Christopher T. Hurley

Atty. Christopher T. Hurley

Christopher T. Hurley is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice, aviation, civil litigation and 13 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About Christopher T. Hurley at a glance

Christopher T. Hurley is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Hurley, McKenna & Mertz, P.C.. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on truck accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and slip & fall. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1984), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1984), U.S. District Court, District of Utah (1990), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin (1997). Educated at Loyola University Chicago School of Law (J.D., 1984) and Colgate University (B.A. Political, 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Christopher T. Hurley is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice, aviation, civil litigation and 13 other areas of law
  • Christopher received a B.A. degree from Colgate University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Christopher practices at Hurley, McKenna & Mertz, P.C. in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher T. Hurley's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher T. Hurley handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Truck Accidents

Christopher T. Hurley is one of 4,975 truck accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse truck accidents attorneys in Illinois →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Christopher T. Hurley is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Illinois →

Wrongful Death

Christopher T. Hurley is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Illinois →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Christopher T. Hurley is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Christopher T. Hurley is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Illinois →

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 T. Hurley

Where is Christopher T. Hurley's law office located?
Christopher T. Hurley's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Hurley, McKenna & Mertz, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher T. Hurley handle?
Christopher T. Hurley focuses on truck accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, slip & fall. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Christopher T. Hurley practiced law?
Christopher T. Hurley has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Christopher T. Hurley go to law school?
Christopher T. Hurley earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A. Political, 1981).
How can I contact Christopher T. Hurley for a consultation?
You can contact Christopher T. Hurley 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 T. Hurley received?
Christopher T. Hurley's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Loyola University Chicago School of Law
- 1984
B.A. Political
Colgate University
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, District of Utah
Admitted: 1990
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1997

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