Atty. Edward J. Halper

Atty. Edward J. Halper

Edward J. Halper is a lawyer practicing business & finance, lending and corporate finance, securities - corporate and 3 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Edward J. Halper at a glance

Edward J. Halper is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Taft. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on business, securities, and consumer. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1973), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1973), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois (1978). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1973) and St. Mary of the Lake Seminary (A.B., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional Affiliations/Recognitions Illinois State Bar Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Edward J. Halper is a lawyer practicing business & finance, lending and corporate finance, securities - corporate and 3 other areas of law
  • Edward received a A.B. degree from St. Mary of the Lake Seminary in 1968, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Edward practices at Taft in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Edward J. Halper's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Securities Law

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Consumer Protection

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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 Edward J. Halper

Where is Edward J. Halper's law office located?
Edward J. Halper's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Taft. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Edward J. Halper handle?
Edward J. Halper focuses on business, securities, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Edward J. Halper practiced law?
Edward J. Halper has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Edward J. Halper go to law school?
Edward J. Halper earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (A.B., 1968).
How can I contact Edward J. Halper for a consultation?
You can contact Edward J. Halper 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 Edward J. Halper received?
Edward J. Halper's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
DePaul University
- 1973
A.B.
St. Mary of the Lake Seminary
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 1978

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