Atty. James Alan Arpaia

Atty. James Alan Arpaia

James Alan Arpaia is a lawyer practicing antitrust & trade law, broker/dealers, corporate securities and 4 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1975, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Chicago Chicago 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About James Alan Arpaia at a glance

James Alan Arpaia is a Shareholder based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Vedder Price. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on business and securities. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1991). Educated at Illinois Institute of Technology Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 1991) and University of Illinois (B.S., 1975). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Alan Arpaia is a lawyer practicing antitrust & trade law, broker/dealers, corporate securities and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1975, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • James practices at Vedder Price in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James Alan Arpaia's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Securities Law

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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

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Where is James Alan Arpaia's law office located?
James Alan Arpaia's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Vedder Price. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Alan Arpaia handle?
James Alan Arpaia focuses on business, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James Alan Arpaia practiced law?
James Alan Arpaia has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did James Alan Arpaia go to law school?
James Alan Arpaia earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S., 1975).
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What awards or recognition has James Alan Arpaia received?
James Alan Arpaia's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Illinois Institute of Technology Chicago-Kent College of Law
- 1991
B.S.
University of Illinois
- 1975

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1991

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