Atty. Ellen Miriam Wheeler

Atty. Ellen Miriam Wheeler

Ellen Miriam Wheeler is a lawyer practicing securities / investment fraud, business litigation & dispute resolution, securities enforcement & litigation and 1 other area of law. Ellen received a B.A. degree from Grinnell College in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years.

Chicago Chicago 29 yrs experience 29 year
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About Ellen Miriam Wheeler at a glance

Ellen Miriam Wheeler is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Foley & Lardner LLP. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on business, securities, litigation, and consumer. Admitted to practice in Illinois Northern and Central Districts of Illinois District of Colorado Seventh Circuit Federal Cir (1997). Educated at Grinnell College (B.A. Political, 1994) and University of Michigan Law School J.D. 1997 Chief Articles Editor University of Michigan Law School J.D. Michigan Journal of Gender & Law (—). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ellen Miriam Wheeler is a lawyer practicing securities / investment fraud, business litigation & dispute resolution, securities enforcement & litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Ellen received a B.A. degree from Grinnell College in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Ellen practices at Foley & Lardner LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Ellen Miriam Wheeler's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ellen Miriam Wheeler handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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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 Ellen Miriam Wheeler

Where is Ellen Miriam Wheeler's law office located?
Ellen Miriam Wheeler's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Foley & Lardner LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ellen Miriam Wheeler handle?
Ellen Miriam Wheeler focuses on business, securities, litigation, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Ellen Miriam Wheeler practiced law?
Ellen Miriam Wheeler has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Ellen Miriam Wheeler go to law school?
Ellen Miriam Wheeler earned their education at (B.A. Political, 1994); (—).
How can I contact Ellen Miriam Wheeler for a consultation?
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Education

B.A. Political
Grinnell College
- 1994
University of Michigan Law School J.D. 1997 Chief Articles Editor University of Michigan Law School J.D. Michigan Journal of Gender & Law
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Illinois Northern and Central Districts of Illinois District of Colorado Seventh Circuit Federal Cir
Admitted: 1997

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