Atty. Derek Grady Barella

Atty. Derek Grady Barella

Derek Grady Barella is a lawyer practicing labor and employment law, antitrust / trade law, litigation. Derek received a B.S. degree from Ball State University in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Chicago Chicago 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About Derek Grady Barella at a glance

Derek Grady Barella is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Winston & Strawn LLP. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on employment and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1994). Educated at Indiana University (J.D., 1994) and Ball State University (B.S., 1991). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Derek Grady Barella is a lawyer practicing labor and employment law, antitrust / trade law, litigation
  • Derek received a B.S. degree from Ball State University in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Derek practices at Winston & Strawn LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Derek Grady Barella's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Derek Grady Barella 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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Civil Litigation

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 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 Derek Grady Barella

Where is Derek Grady Barella's law office located?
Derek Grady Barella's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Winston & Strawn LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derek Grady Barella handle?
Derek Grady Barella focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Derek Grady Barella practiced law?
Derek Grady Barella has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Derek Grady Barella go to law school?
Derek Grady Barella earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.S., 1991).
How can I contact Derek Grady Barella for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Indiana University
- 1994
B.S.
Ball State University
- 1991

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1994

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