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Atty. David Nigel Kay

Atty. David Nigel Kay

David Nigel Kay is a lawyer practicing corporate, securities & investment fraud, joint ventures and 1 other area of law. David received a B.A. degree from Kingston University, England in 1978, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Chicago Chicago 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About David Nigel Kay at a glance

David Nigel Kay is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on business, securities, consumer, and international. Admitted to practice in England and Wales (1979) and Illinois (1990). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 1989) and Kingston University, England (B.A., 1978). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Nigel Kay is a lawyer practicing corporate, securities & investment fraud, joint ventures and 1 other area of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Kingston University, England in 1978, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • David practices at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

David Nigel Kay's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Nigel Kay 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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Securities Law

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Consumer Protection

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International 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 Nigel Kay

Where is David Nigel Kay's law office located?
David Nigel Kay's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Nigel Kay handle?
David Nigel Kay focuses on business, securities, consumer, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has David Nigel Kay practiced law?
David Nigel Kay has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did David Nigel Kay go to law school?
David Nigel Kay earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact David Nigel Kay for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Chicago-Kent College of Law
- 1989
B.A.
Kingston University, England
- 1978

Bar Admissions

England and Wales
Admitted: 1979
Illinois
Admitted: 1990

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