Atty. Gary Samuel Rapaport

Atty. Gary Samuel Rapaport

Gary Samuel Rapaport is a lawyer practicing civil rights defense law, general litigation. Gary received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Springfield Springfield 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Gary Samuel Rapaport at a glance

Gary Samuel Rapaport is an Asst. Corp. Coun. based in Springfield, Illinois. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on litigation and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1981). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1981) and Northwestern University (B.A., 1977). Serands clients in Springfield, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Gary Samuel Rapaport is a lawyer practicing civil rights defense law, general litigation
  • Gary received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Gary practices in Springfield, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Gary Samuel Rapaport's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gary Samuel Rapaport handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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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 Springfield 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 Gary Samuel Rapaport

Where is Gary Samuel Rapaport's law office located?
Gary Samuel Rapaport's law practice is located in Springfield, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gary Samuel Rapaport handle?
Gary Samuel Rapaport focuses on litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Gary Samuel Rapaport practiced law?
Gary Samuel Rapaport has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Gary Samuel Rapaport go to law school?
Gary Samuel Rapaport earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1977).
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Education

J.D.
Northwestern University
- 1981
B.A.
Northwestern University
- 1977

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1981

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