Atty. Christopher Thornton Collins

Atty. Christopher Thornton Collins

Christopher Thornton Collins is a lawyer practicing executive compensation, executive pension & other benefit programs, pension & welfare plans and 6 other areas of law. Christopher received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1996, and has been licensed for 24 years.

Chicago Chicago 24 yrs experience 24 year
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Profile Summary

About Christopher Thornton Collins at a glance

Christopher Thornton Collins is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Vedder Price. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on employment, employment contracts, litigation, and internet. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2002). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology (J.D., 2002) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1996). Active member of Chicago Bar Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Christopher Thornton Collins is a lawyer practicing executive compensation, executive pension & other benefit programs, pension & welfare plans and 6 other areas of law
  • Christopher received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1996, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • Christopher practices at Vedder Price in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher Thornton Collins's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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Employment Contracts

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Civil Litigation

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Internet & Cyber 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 Thornton Collins

Where is Christopher Thornton Collins's law office located?
Christopher Thornton Collins's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Vedder Price. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher Thornton Collins handle?
Christopher Thornton Collins focuses on employment, employment contracts, litigation, internet. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Christopher Thornton Collins practiced law?
Christopher Thornton Collins has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Christopher Thornton Collins go to law school?
Christopher Thornton Collins earned their education at (J.D., 2002); (B.A., 1996).
How can I contact Christopher Thornton Collins for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology
- 2002
B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 1996

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2002

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