Atty. Douglas Peyton Maloney

Atty. Douglas Peyton Maloney

Douglas Peyton Maloney is a lawyer practicing domestic relations law, family law. Douglas received a A.B. degree from Johns Hopkins University in 1953, and has been licensed for 67 years.

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About Douglas Peyton Maloney at a glance

Douglas Peyton Maloney is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Douglas P. Maloney. They have 67+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1959. Their practice focuses on family law. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1959). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1959) and Johns Hopkins University (A.B., 1953). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chairman, Matrimonial Law Committee, 1978-1979), Illinois State and American Bar Associations American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (Secretary, 1981-1983 Counsel, 1983-1985 Vice President, 1985-1987 Governor at Large, 1987-1988 President, Illinois Chapt, Chicago. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Douglas Peyton Maloney is a lawyer practicing domestic relations law, family law
  • Douglas received a A.B. degree from Johns Hopkins University in 1953, and has been licensed for 67 years
  • Douglas practices at Douglas P. Maloney in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas Peyton Maloney's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Douglas Peyton Maloney handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Family 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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Where is Douglas Peyton Maloney's law office located?
Douglas Peyton Maloney's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Douglas P. Maloney. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas Peyton Maloney handle?
Douglas Peyton Maloney focuses on family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Douglas Peyton Maloney practiced law?
Douglas Peyton Maloney has 67+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1959.
Where did Douglas Peyton Maloney go to law school?
Douglas Peyton Maloney earned their education at (J.D., 1959); (A.B., 1953).
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What awards or recognition has Douglas Peyton Maloney received?
Douglas Peyton Maloney's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Northwestern University
- 1959
A.B.
Johns Hopkins University
- 1953

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1959

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