Atty. James August Rolfes

Atty. James August Rolfes

James August Rolfes is a lawyer practicing securities litigation & enforcement, commercial litigation and disputes, pro bono and 9 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1981, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Chicago Chicago 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About James August Rolfes at a glance

James August Rolfes is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Reed Smith LLP. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on business, class action, securities, litigation, and consumer. Admitted to practice in New York (1988), Illinois (1989), and Colorado Indiana (2014). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1987) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1981). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James August Rolfes is a lawyer practicing securities litigation & enforcement, commercial litigation and disputes, pro bono and 9 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1981, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • James practices at Reed Smith LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James August Rolfes's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Class Action

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Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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Consumer Protection

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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 August Rolfes

Where is James August Rolfes's law office located?
James August Rolfes's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Reed Smith LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James August Rolfes handle?
James August Rolfes focuses on business, class action, securities, litigation, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James August Rolfes practiced law?
James August Rolfes has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did James August Rolfes go to law school?
James August Rolfes earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact James August Rolfes for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Illinois
- 1987
B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1981

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1988
Illinois
Admitted: 1989
Colorado Indiana
Admitted: 2014

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