Atty. Douglas Alan Darch

Atty. Douglas Alan Darch

Douglas Alan Darch is a lawyer practicing compensation and employment, litigation, employment and 3 other areas of law. Douglas received a degree from Georgia Institute of Technology in 1973, and has been licensed for 46 years.

Chicago Chicago 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Douglas Alan Darch at a glance

Douglas Alan Darch is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Baker And Mckenzie Llp. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on employment and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1980), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1980), U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1981), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1982). Educated at University of North Carolina School of Law (J.D., 1980) and Georgia Institute of Technology (B.Sc., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Douglas Alan Darch is a lawyer practicing compensation and employment, litigation, employment and 3 other areas of law
  • Douglas received a degree from Georgia Institute of Technology in 1973, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Douglas practices at Baker & McKenzie LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas Alan Darch's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Douglas Alan Darch 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 Douglas Alan Darch

Where is Douglas Alan Darch's law office located?
Douglas Alan Darch's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Baker And Mckenzie Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas Alan Darch handle?
Douglas Alan Darch focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Douglas Alan Darch practiced law?
Douglas Alan Darch has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Douglas Alan Darch go to law school?
Douglas Alan Darch earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.Sc., 1973).
How can I contact Douglas Alan Darch for a consultation?
You can contact Douglas Alan Darch 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 Douglas Alan Darch received?
Douglas Alan Darch's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of North Carolina School of Law
- 1980
B.Sc.
Georgia Institute of Technology
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana, U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbi
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1990
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee
Admitted: 2008

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