Atty. Edward Thomas Veal

Atty. Edward Thomas Veal

Edward Thomas Veal is a lawyer practicing antitrust / trade law, international law, general practice and 3 other areas of law. Edward received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1969, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Chicago Chicago 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About Edward Thomas Veal at a glance

Edward Thomas Veal is a Senior Counsel based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Steptoe LLP. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on employment, tax, government, and international. Admitted to practice in New York (1977), Illinois (1979), and Washington (2018). Educated at University of Illinois College of Law (J.D., 1974) and Yale University (B.A., 1969). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Edward Thomas Veal is a lawyer practicing antitrust / trade law, international law, general practice and 3 other areas of law
  • Edward received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1969, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Edward practices at Steptoe LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Edward Thomas Veal's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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Tax Law

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Government & Administrative Law

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International 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Edward Thomas Veal

Where is Edward Thomas Veal's law office located?
Edward Thomas Veal's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Steptoe LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Edward Thomas Veal handle?
Edward Thomas Veal focuses on employment, tax, government, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Edward Thomas Veal practiced law?
Edward Thomas Veal has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Edward Thomas Veal go to law school?
Edward Thomas Veal earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact Edward Thomas Veal for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Illinois College of Law
- 1974
B.A.
Yale University
- 1969

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1977
Illinois
Admitted: 1979
Washington
Admitted: 2018

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