Atty. James B. Harvey

Atty. James B. Harvey

James B. Harvey is a lawyer practicing municipal law, school law, public law and 1 other area of law.

Joliet Joliet 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About James B. Harvey at a glance

James B. Harvey is a Member based in Joliet, Illinois, practicing at McKeown, Fitzgerald, Zollner, Buck, Hutchison & Ruttle. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on business, education, and government. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1980). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1980) and Lewis University (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Will County and Illinois State Bar Associations Illinois Township Attorneys Association. Serands clients in Joliet, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James B. Harvey is a lawyer practicing municipal law, school law, public law and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Lewis University in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • James practices at McKeown, Fitzgerald, Zollner, Buck, Hutchison & Ruttle in Joliet, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James B. Harvey's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James B. Harvey 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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Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

James B. Harvey is one of 24,079 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in Illinois →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 Joliet 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 B. Harvey

Where is James B. Harvey's law office located?
James B. Harvey's law practice is located in Joliet, Illinois. The firm is McKeown, Fitzgerald, Zollner, Buck, Hutchison & Ruttle. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James B. Harvey handle?
James B. Harvey focuses on business, education, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James B. Harvey practiced law?
James B. Harvey has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did James B. Harvey go to law school?
James B. Harvey earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact James B. Harvey for a consultation?
You can contact James B. Harvey directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James B. Harvey received?
James B. Harvey's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1980
B.A.
Lewis University
- 1976

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1980

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