Atty. Daniel Edward Laytin

Atty. Daniel Edward Laytin

Daniel Edward Laytin is a lawyer practicing litigation, antitrust & competition, commercial litigation. Daniel received a A.B. degree from University of Michigan in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years.

Chicago Chicago 28 yrs experience 28 year
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Profile Summary

About Daniel Edward Laytin at a glance

Daniel Edward Laytin is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Kirkland & Ellis LLP. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on business and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circui (1998). Educated at University of Michigan Law School (J.D., 1998) and University of Michigan (A.B., 1995). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Daniel Edward Laytin is a lawyer practicing litigation, antitrust & competition, commercial litigation
  • Daniel received a A.B. degree from University of Michigan in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Daniel practices at Kirkland & Ellis LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Daniel Edward Laytin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel Edward Laytin handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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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 Daniel Edward Laytin

Where is Daniel Edward Laytin's law office located?
Daniel Edward Laytin'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 Daniel Edward Laytin handle?
Daniel Edward Laytin focuses on business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Daniel Edward Laytin practiced law?
Daniel Edward Laytin has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Daniel Edward Laytin go to law school?
Daniel Edward Laytin earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (A.B., 1995).
How can I contact Daniel Edward Laytin for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Michigan Law School
- 1998
A.B.
University of Michigan
- 1995

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circui
Admitted: 1998

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