Atty. James Anthony Coghlan

Atty. James Anthony Coghlan

James Anthony Coghlan is a lawyer practicing general practice. James received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Chicago Chicago 42 yrs experience 42 year
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About James Anthony Coghlan at a glance

James Anthony Coghlan is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Law Offices of James A. Coghlan. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1984) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, Trial Bar (1987). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1984) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1980). Active member of Chicago and Illinois State Bar Associations Illinois Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Anthony Coghlan is a lawyer practicing general practice
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • James practices at Law Offices of James A. Coghlan in Chicago, IL

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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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James Anthony Coghlan's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Law Offices of James A. Coghlan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has James Anthony Coghlan practiced law?
James Anthony Coghlan has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
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James Anthony Coghlan earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1980).
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Education

J.D.
DePaul University
- 1984
B.A.
University of Illinois
- 1980

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, Trial Bar
Admitted: 1987

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