Atty. Fred Thomas Tsao

Atty. Fred Thomas Tsao

Fred Thomas Tsao is a lawyer. Fred received a B.A. degree from University of Chicago in 1985, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Chicago Chicago 37 yrs experience 37 year
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About Fred Thomas Tsao at a glance

Fred Thomas Tsao is an Illinois Coalition for Immig. and Refugee Rights based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1989). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1989) and University of Chicago (B.A., 1985). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Fred Thomas Tsao is a lawyer
  • Fred received a B.A. degree from University of Chicago in 1985, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Fred 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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Fred Thomas Tsao's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Fred Thomas Tsao has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
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Fred Thomas Tsao earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1985).
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Education

J.D.
University of Michigan
- 1989
B.A.
University of Chicago
- 1985

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1989

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