Atty. F. Oscar Hines

Atty. F. Oscar Hines

F. Oscar Hines is a lawyer practicing general practice.

Chicago Chicago 29 yrs experience 29 year
Call (331) 253-2818 Book Appointment

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About F. Oscar Hines at a glance

F. Oscar Hines is an attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Admitted to practice in West Virginia (1997). Educated at University of Michigan Law School (J.D., 1996) and Wesleyan University (B.A., 1992). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • F. Oscar Hines is a lawyer practicing general practice
  • F. received a B.A. degree from Wesleyan University in 1992, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • F. practices in Chicago, IL

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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F. Oscar Hines's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has F. Oscar Hines practiced law?
F. Oscar Hines has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did F. Oscar Hines go to law school?
F. Oscar Hines earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1992).
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Education

J.D.
University of Michigan Law School
- 1996
B.A.
Wesleyan University
- 1992

Bar Admissions

West Virginia
Admitted: 1997

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