Atty. Edward Nicholas Tiesenga

Atty. Edward Nicholas Tiesenga

Edward Nicholas Tiesenga is a lawyer practicing corporate and franchise law, partnership law, admiralty & maritime and 2 other areas of law. Edward received a B.A. degree from Hope College in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Oak Brook Oak Brook 42 yrs experience 42 year
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About Edward Nicholas Tiesenga at a glance

Edward Nicholas Tiesenga is a business, bankruptcy, and maritime attorney based in Oak Brook, Illinois. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1984), District of Columbia (1986), and Wisconsin (2020). Educated at American University (J.D., 1984) and Hope College (B.A., 1981). Serands clients in Oak Brook, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Edward Nicholas Tiesenga is a lawyer practicing corporate and franchise law, partnership law, admiralty & maritime and 2 other areas of law
  • Edward received a B.A. degree from Hope College in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Edward practices in Oak Brook, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Edward Nicholas Tiesenga's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Edward Nicholas Tiesenga 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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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

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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 Oak Brook 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 Nicholas Tiesenga

Where is Edward Nicholas Tiesenga's law office located?
Edward Nicholas Tiesenga's law practice is located in Oak Brook, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Edward Nicholas Tiesenga handle?
Edward Nicholas Tiesenga focuses on business, bankruptcy, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Edward Nicholas Tiesenga practiced law?
Edward Nicholas Tiesenga has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Edward Nicholas Tiesenga go to law school?
Edward Nicholas Tiesenga earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact Edward Nicholas Tiesenga for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
American University
- 1984
B.A.
Hope College
- 1981

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1984
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1986
Wisconsin
Admitted: 2020

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