Atty. James A. Karamanis
James was born in Beloit, Wisconsin and made his way to the East Coast before coming to Illinois to practice law. His motivation stems from the people he helps. In James’s mind, nothing beats a David and Goliath story. He speaks fluent Greek, which makes him a valuable asset in today’s diverse communities.
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James A. Karamanis is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Barney & Karamanis, LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in New York (1987) and Indiana (2009). Educated at New York Law School (J.D. New, 1986) and University of Wisconsin (B.S., 1983). Active member of New York State Bar Association Illinois State Bar Association Chicago Bar Association American Bar Association (Member, International Law Section) Illinois Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
James A. Karamanis is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Illinois →
James A. Karamanis is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Illinois →
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
James A. Karamanis is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
James A. Karamanis is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Illinois →
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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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