Atty. James Bernard Hardy

Atty. James Bernard Hardy

James Bernard Hardy is a lawyer practicing workers compensation. James received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1994, and has been licensed for 21 years.

Chicago Chicago 21 yrs experience 21 year
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Profile Summary

About James Bernard Hardy at a glance

James Bernard Hardy is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Murray Legal Group. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on workers comp. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2005). Educated at Valparaiso University (J.D., 2004) and Northwestern University (B.A., 1994). Active member of Jim is an active member in the Chicago Bar Association, Illinois Bar Association, Illinois Trial Lawyers Association, and the American Bar Association and Jim also serves on the board of directors of the Illinois Workers' Compensation Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James Bernard Hardy is a lawyer practicing workers compensation
  • James received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1994, and has been licensed for 21 years
  • James practices at Murray Legal Group in Chicago, IL and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

James Bernard Hardy's Areas of Practice

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

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

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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

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Where is James Bernard Hardy's law office located?
James Bernard Hardy's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Murray Legal Group. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Bernard Hardy handle?
James Bernard Hardy focuses on workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James Bernard Hardy practiced law?
James Bernard Hardy has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did James Bernard Hardy go to law school?
James Bernard Hardy earned their education at (J.D., 2004); (B.A., 1994).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Valparaiso University
- 2004
B.A.
Northwestern University
- 1994

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2005

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