Atty. James A. McKenna

Atty. James A. McKenna

James A. McKenna is a lawyer practicing class actions and complex litigation, airline and airline service providers, pharmaceuticals and 1 other area of law.

Chicago Chicago 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About James A. McKenna at a glance

James A. McKenna is an Attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Jackson Lewis P.C.. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on employment, class action, and aviation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1977), Illinois - C.D. Ill (1977), Illinois - N.D. Ill (1978), and Wisconsin - E.D. Wis (2013). Educated at University of Dayton (B.A., 1974) and Northwestern University J.D. cum laude Northwestern University J.D. 1977 Note and Comment Editor of the Northwestern University Law Review (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional Associations and Activities •Illinois Northern District Trial Bar •Illinois State Bar Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James A. McKenna is a lawyer practicing class actions and complex litigation, airline and airline service providers, pharmaceuticals and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Dayton in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • James practices at Jackson Lewis P.C. in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James A. McKenna's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James A. McKenna handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Class Action

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Aviation Law

Aviation attorneys for aircraft accidents, FAA regulation, pilot defense, and aviation industry matters.

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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 James A. McKenna

Where is James A. McKenna's law office located?
James A. McKenna's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Jackson Lewis P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James A. McKenna handle?
James A. McKenna focuses on employment, class action, aviation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James A. McKenna practiced law?
James A. McKenna has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did James A. McKenna go to law school?
James A. McKenna earned their education at (B.A., 1974); (—).
How can I contact James A. McKenna for a consultation?
You can contact James A. McKenna directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James A. McKenna received?
James A. McKenna's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

B.A.
University of Dayton
- 1974
Northwestern University J.D. cum laude Northwestern University J.D. 1977 Note and Comment Editor of the Northwestern University Law Review
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1977
Illinois - C.D. Ill
Admitted: 1977
Illinois - N.D. Ill
Admitted: 1978
Wisconsin - E.D. Wis
Admitted: 2013
Arkansas - W.D. Ark
Admitted: 2015

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