Atty. Francis J. Dolan

Atty. Francis J. Dolan

Francis J. Dolan is a lawyer practicing general civil trial practice in state and federal courts, business litigation, commercial litigation and 4 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 54 yrs experience 54 year
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About Francis J. Dolan at a glance

Francis J. Dolan is a Traffic Court Judge based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, litigation, and international. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1972), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar and U.S. Court of Appeals, Se (1972), and U.S. Supreme Court (1977). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1972) and Illinois Benedictine College (B.A. National, 1969). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Francis J. Dolan is a lawyer practicing general civil trial practice in state and federal courts, business litigation, commercial litigation and 4 other areas of law
  • Francis received a B.A. degree from Illinois Benedictine College in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Francis practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Francis J. Dolan's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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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 Francis J. Dolan

Where is Francis J. Dolan's law office located?
Francis J. Dolan's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Francis J. Dolan handle?
Francis J. Dolan focuses on personal injury, business, litigation, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Francis J. Dolan practiced law?
Francis J. Dolan has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Francis J. Dolan go to law school?
Francis J. Dolan earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A. National, 1969).
How can I contact Francis J. Dolan for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
DePaul University
- 1972
B.A. National
Illinois Benedictine College
- 1969

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar and U.S. Court of Appeals, Se
Admitted: 1972
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1977

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