Atty. Deborah L. Thorne

Atty. Deborah L. Thorne

Deborah L. Thorne is a lawyer practicing restructuring, sports, corporate and 22 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Deborah L. Thorne at a glance

Deborah L. Thorne is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Barnes & Thornburg LLP. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on employment, business, bankruptcy, m&a, and securities. Admitted to practice in Illinois Illinois Northern District Court Indiana Northern District Court Indiana Southern District (1983). Educated at Illinois Institute of Technology (J.D., 1983) and Duke University (M.A.T. Macalester, 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Deborah L. Thorne is a lawyer practicing restructuring, sports, corporate and 22 other areas of law
  • Deborah received a M.A.T. degree from Duke University in 1976, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Deborah practices at Barnes & Thornburg LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Deborah L. Thorne's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Deborah L. Thorne handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Deborah L. Thorne is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Illinois →

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 Deborah L. Thorne

Where is Deborah L. Thorne's law office located?
Deborah L. Thorne's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Barnes & Thornburg LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Deborah L. Thorne handle?
Deborah L. Thorne focuses on employment, business, bankruptcy, m&a, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Deborah L. Thorne practiced law?
Deborah L. Thorne has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Deborah L. Thorne go to law school?
Deborah L. Thorne earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (M.A.T. Macalester, 1976).
How can I contact Deborah L. Thorne for a consultation?
You can contact Deborah L. Thorne 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 Deborah L. Thorne received?
Deborah L. Thorne's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Illinois Institute of Technology
- 1983
M.A.T. Macalester
Duke University
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois Illinois Northern District Court Indiana Northern District Court Indiana Southern District
Admitted: 1983

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