Atty. David F. Graham

Atty. David F. Graham

David F. Graham is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, antitrust/competition, m&a and d&o litigation and 12 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 78 yrs experience 78 year
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Profile Summary

About David F. Graham at a glance

David F. Graham is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Sidley Austin LLP. They have 78+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1948. Their practice focuses on business, class action, m&a, white collar, and securities. Admitted to practice in Arkansas (1948), Illinois (1978), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1980), and U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1988). Educated at University of Chicago Law School (J.D., 1978) and Haverford College (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David F. Graham is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, antitrust/competition, m&a and d&o litigation and 12 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Haverford College in 1975, and has been licensed for 78 years
  • David practices at Sidley Austin LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

David F. Graham's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David F. Graham handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Class Action

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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White Collar Crimes

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Securities 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 David F. Graham

Where is David F. Graham's law office located?
David F. Graham's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Sidley Austin LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David F. Graham handle?
David F. Graham focuses on business, class action, m&a, white collar, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has David F. Graham practiced law?
David F. Graham has 78+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1948.
Where did David F. Graham go to law school?
David F. Graham earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact David F. Graham for a consultation?
You can contact David F. Graham directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has David F. Graham received?
David F. Graham's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Chicago Law School
- 1978
B.A.
Haverford College
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Arkansas
Admitted: 1948
Illinois
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1988
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1997
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1999
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 2004
U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 2007
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. Cou
Admitted: 2010

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