Atty. James Bartlett
James Bartlett is a lawyer practicing insurance law, general litigation, construction & development and 4 other areas of law. James has been licensed for 52 years.
Construction / Development & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 52+ Years Experience
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About James Bartlett at a Glance
James Bartlett is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Borkan & Scahill, Ltd.. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, product liability, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court, District of Illinois (1974). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James Bartlett
- James Bartlett is a lawyer practicing insurance law, general litigation, construction & development and 4 other areas of law
- James has been licensed for 52 years
- James practices at Borkan & Scahill, Ltd. in Chicago, IL
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James Bartlett's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Bartlett handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Criminal Defense in Chicago
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Product Liability in Chicago
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Civil Litigation in Chicago
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Insurance Law in Chicago
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
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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 Bartlett
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 Bartlett's practice in the field of criminal defense, product liability, litigation, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James Bartlett brings 52+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, product liability, and litigation, James Bartlett 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 Bartlett 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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