Atty. Gene Douglas Grimes

Atty. Gene Douglas Grimes

Gene Douglas Grimes is a lawyer. Gene received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years.

Waukegan Waukegan 53 yrs experience 53 year
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About Gene Douglas Grimes at a glance

Gene Douglas Grimes is a Member based in Waukegan, Illinois, practicing at G. Douglas Grimes. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1973), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1974), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1978). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1973) and University of Illinois (B.S., 1969). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Lake County, Illinois State and American Bar Associations Illinois Trial Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Waukegan, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Gene Douglas Grimes is a lawyer
  • Gene received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Gene practices at G. Douglas Grimes in Waukegan, 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 Waukegan 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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Where is Gene Douglas Grimes's law office located?
Gene Douglas Grimes's law practice is located in Waukegan, Illinois. The firm is G. Douglas Grimes. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Gene Douglas Grimes practiced law?
Gene Douglas Grimes has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Gene Douglas Grimes go to law school?
Gene Douglas Grimes earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.S., 1969).
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What awards or recognition has Gene Douglas Grimes received?
Gene Douglas Grimes's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Illinois
- 1973
B.S.
University of Illinois
- 1969

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1978

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