Atty. Daniel Joseph Cheely
Daniel Joseph Cheely is a lawyer practicing elder law, civil rights litigation/section 1983, employment & labor and 8 other areas of law. Daniel received a degree from Harvard Law School in 1974, and has been licensed for 52 years.
Civil Rights Litigation/Section 1983 & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 52+ Years Experience
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About Daniel Joseph Cheely at a Glance
Daniel Joseph Cheely is a personal injury, employment, business, product liability, and litigation attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Admitted to practice in Illinois United States District Court, Northern District of Illinois United States Court of Appeals, (1974). Educated at Harvard Law School (Juris Doctor, 1974) and Harvard University Law School JD (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional Associations •American Bar Association • Illinois State Bar Association • Chicago Bar Association • National Lawyers Association • Christian Legal Society • Illinois Appellate Lawyers Association •Defense Research Institute. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel Joseph Cheely
- Daniel Joseph Cheely is a lawyer practicing elder law, civil rights litigation/section 1983, employment & labor and 8 other areas of law
- Daniel received a degree from Harvard Law School in 1974, and has been licensed for 52 years
- Daniel practices in Chicago, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel Joseph Cheely's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel Joseph Cheely handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
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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Employment Law in Chicago
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Daniel Joseph Cheely is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →
Business & Corporate Law in Chicago
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Daniel Joseph Cheely is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →
Product Liability in Chicago
Daniel Joseph Cheely is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Illinois →
Civil Litigation in Chicago
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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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 Joseph Cheely
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 Joseph Cheely's practice in the field of personal injury, employment, business, product liability, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel Joseph Cheely brings 52+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, employment, and business, Daniel Joseph Cheely 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 Joseph Cheely 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 Joseph Cheely Handles in Chicago
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Daniel Joseph Cheely has experience with under Illinois law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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