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Atty. Dale James Atkinson

Atty. Dale James Atkinson

Dale James Atkinson is a lawyer practicing professional licensure and certification, association law, corporate law and 3 other areas of law. Dale received a B.S. degree from Ball State University in 1981, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Evanston Evanston 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Dale James Atkinson at a glance

Dale James Atkinson is a Member based in Evanston, Illinois, practicing at Atkinson & Atkinson. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on employment, business, and ip. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1987), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1987), and Utah (2024). Educated at Northwestern School of Law, Portland, Oregon (J.D., 1987) and Ball State University (B.S., 1981). Active member of Chicago, Illinois State and American Bar Associations Sports Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Evanston, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Dale James Atkinson is a lawyer practicing professional licensure and certification, association law, corporate law and 3 other areas of law
  • Dale received a B.S. degree from Ball State University in 1981, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Dale practices at Atkinson & Atkinson in Evanston, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Dale James Atkinson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Dale James Atkinson 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

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Intellectual Property

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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 Evanston 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 Dale James Atkinson

Where is Dale James Atkinson's law office located?
Dale James Atkinson's law practice is located in Evanston, Illinois. The firm is Atkinson & Atkinson. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Dale James Atkinson handle?
Dale James Atkinson focuses on employment, business, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Dale James Atkinson practiced law?
Dale James Atkinson has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Dale James Atkinson go to law school?
Dale James Atkinson earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.S., 1981).
How can I contact Dale James Atkinson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Northwestern School of Law, Portland, Oregon
- 1987
B.S.
Ball State University
- 1981

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1987
Utah
Admitted: 2024

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