Atty. James A. Rooney

Atty. James A. Rooney

James A. Rooney is a lawyer practicing property tax, general practice, real estate and 1 other area of law.

Chicago Chicago 57 yrs experience 57 year
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Profile Summary

About James A. Rooney at a glance

James A. Rooney is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at James A. Rooney, Attorney at Law. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on real estate and tax. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1969), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1969), and U.S. Supreme Court (1974). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1969) and Northwestern University (B.S., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Vice Chairman, Real Estate Taxation Committee, 1987-1988, Chicago Bar Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James A. Rooney is a lawyer practicing property tax, general practice, real estate and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Northwestern University in 1966, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • James practices at James A. Rooney, Attorney at Law in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James A. Rooney's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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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. Rooney

Where is James A. Rooney's law office located?
James A. Rooney's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is James A. Rooney, Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James A. Rooney handle?
James A. Rooney focuses on real estate, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James A. Rooney practiced law?
James A. Rooney has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did James A. Rooney go to law school?
James A. Rooney earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (B.S., 1966).
How can I contact James A. Rooney for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James A. Rooney received?
James A. Rooney's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Northwestern University
- 1969
B.S.
Northwestern University
- 1966

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1969
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1969
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1974

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