Atty. Jack Hagerty
Jack Hagerty is a lawyer practicing estates, trusts and fiduciary litigation, litigation and 11 other areas of law. Jack received a B.S. degree from St.
Estates & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 36+ Years Experience
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About Jack Hagerty at a Glance
Jack Hagerty is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Taft. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on trusts, criminal defense, estate planning, employment, and business. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1990). Educated at St. Mary's College (B.S. Accounting, 1981) and Chicago-Kent College of Law J.D. with high honors Chicago-Kent College of Law J.D. 1990 Order of the Coif (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional Affiliations/Recognitions American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jack Hagerty
- Jack Hagerty is a lawyer practicing estates, trusts and fiduciary litigation, litigation and 11 other areas of law
- Jack received a B.S. degree from St. Mary's College in 1981, and has been licensed for 36 years
- Jack practices at Taft in Chicago, IL
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Jack Hagerty's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jack Hagerty handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Trusts in Chicago
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Criminal Defense in Chicago
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Estate Planning & Probate in Chicago
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Employment Law in Chicago
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Business & Corporate Law in Chicago
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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 venue, 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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chicago Choose Jack Hagerty
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Jack Hagerty's practice in the field of trusts, criminal defense, estate planning, employment, and business.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Jack Hagerty brings 36+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, criminal defense, and estate planning, Jack Hagerty can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Jack Hagerty attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Jack Hagerty Handles in Chicago
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