Atty. James A. Sorensen

Atty. James A. Sorensen

James A. Sorensen is a lawyer practicing criminal defense.

Chicago Chicago 43 yrs experience 43 year
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About James A. Sorensen at a glance

James A. Sorensen is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at James A. Sorensen. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1983) and Maryland (2006). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1983) and University of Illinois (B.A. Wright, 1979). Active member of Chicago and Illinois State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James A. Sorensen is a lawyer practicing criminal defense
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • James practices at James A. Sorensen in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James A. Sorensen's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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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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Where is James A. Sorensen's law office located?
James A. Sorensen's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is James A. Sorensen. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James A. Sorensen handle?
James A. Sorensen focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James A. Sorensen practiced law?
James A. Sorensen has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did James A. Sorensen go to law school?
James A. Sorensen earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A. Wright, 1979).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1983
B.A. Wright
University of Illinois
- 1979

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1983
Maryland
Admitted: 2006

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