Atty. Derek Edward Schiller

Atty. Derek Edward Schiller

Derek Edward Schiller is a lawyer practicing civil rights. Derek received a B.A. degree from Tulane University in 1992, and has been licensed for 29 years.

Winnetka Winnetka 29 yrs experience 29 year
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About Derek Edward Schiller at a glance

Derek Edward Schiller is a civil rights attorney based in Winnetka, Illinois. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1997). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1996) and Tulane University (B.A., 1992). Serands clients in Winnetka, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Derek Edward Schiller is a lawyer practicing civil rights
  • Derek received a B.A. degree from Tulane University in 1992, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Derek practices in Winnetka, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Derek Edward Schiller's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Derek Edward Schiller handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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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 Winnetka 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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Where is Derek Edward Schiller's law office located?
Derek Edward Schiller's law practice is located in Winnetka, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derek Edward Schiller handle?
Derek Edward Schiller focuses on civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Derek Edward Schiller practiced law?
Derek Edward Schiller has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Derek Edward Schiller go to law school?
Derek Edward Schiller earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1992).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1996
B.A.
Tulane University
- 1992

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1997

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