Atty. James B. Tobin
James B. Tobin is a lawyer practicing personal injury, litigation, general liability.
General Liability & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 39+ Years Experience
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About James B. Tobin at a Glance
James B. Tobin is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on personal injury and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1987) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois Indiana (2001). Educated at Loyola University of Chicago Law School (J.D., 1987) and Miami University (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James B. Tobin
- James B. Tobin is a lawyer practicing personal injury, litigation, general liability
- James received a B.A. degree from Miami University in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years
- James practices at Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP in Chicago, IL
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James B. Tobin's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James B. Tobin handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Personal Injury in Chicago
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
James B. Tobin is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →
Civil Litigation in Chicago
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
James B. Tobin is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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 venue, 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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chicago Choose James B. Tobin
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish James B. Tobin's practice in the field of personal injury and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James B. Tobin brings 39+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois Indiana, James B. Tobin can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury and litigation, James B. Tobin can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means James B. Tobin attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues James B. Tobin Handles in Chicago
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