Atty. Daniel J. McDevitt
Daniel J. McDevitt is a lawyer practicing personal injury and wrongful death.
Personal Injury And Wrongful Death Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 30+ Years Experience
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About Daniel J. McDevitt at a Glance
Daniel J. McDevitt is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Dwyer & McDevitt, Ltd.. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on wrongful death and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1996) and Wisconsin U.S. District Court, Northern, Central and Southern Districts of Illinois (2006). Educated at DePaul University College of Law (J.D., 1996). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Illinois State Bar Association Illinois Trial Lawyers Association American Association for Justice. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel J. McDevitt
- Daniel J. McDevitt is a lawyer practicing personal injury and wrongful death
- Daniel has been licensed for 30 years
- Daniel practices at Dwyer & McDevitt, Ltd. in Chicago, IL
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Daniel J. McDevitt's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel J. McDevitt handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Wrongful Death in Chicago
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Personal Injury in Chicago
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.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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 venue, 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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chicago Choose Daniel J. McDevitt
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Daniel J. McDevitt's practice in the field of wrongful death and personal injury.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel J. McDevitt brings 30+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois and Wisconsin U.S. District Court, Northern, Central and Southern Districts of Illinois, Daniel J. McDevitt can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wrongful death and personal injury, Daniel J. McDevitt can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Daniel J. McDevitt attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Daniel J. McDevitt Handles in Chicago
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