Atty. Hugh Gerard McBreen

Atty. Hugh Gerard McBreen

Hugh Gerard McBreen is a lawyer practicing commercial, commercial and general litigation, appellate practice and 2 other areas of law. Hugh received a A.B. degree from Dartmouth College, Hanover, New Hampshire in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years.

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About Hugh Gerard McBreen at a glance

Hugh Gerard McBreen is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at McBreen & Kopko LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on business, product liability, litigation, appellate, and aviation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1980), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1982), U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois including Trial Bar (1982), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1995). Educated at University of Notre Dame (J.D., 1980) and Dartmouth College, Hanover, New Hampshire (A.B., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Illinois State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Hugh Gerard McBreen is a lawyer practicing commercial, commercial and general litigation, appellate practice and 2 other areas of law
  • Hugh received a A.B. degree from Dartmouth College, Hanover, New Hampshire in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Hugh practices at McBreen & Kopko LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Hugh Gerard McBreen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Hugh Gerard McBreen handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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Aviation 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 Hugh Gerard McBreen

Where is Hugh Gerard McBreen's law office located?
Hugh Gerard McBreen's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is McBreen & Kopko LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Hugh Gerard McBreen handle?
Hugh Gerard McBreen focuses on business, product liability, litigation, appellate, aviation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Hugh Gerard McBreen practiced law?
Hugh Gerard McBreen has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Hugh Gerard McBreen go to law school?
Hugh Gerard McBreen earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (A.B., 1977).
How can I contact Hugh Gerard McBreen for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Hugh Gerard McBreen received?
Hugh Gerard McBreen's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Notre Dame
- 1980
A.B.
Dartmouth College, Hanover, New Hampshire
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois including Trial Bar
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1995

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