Atty. James Brian Vogts

Atty. James Brian Vogts

James Brian Vogts is a lawyer practicing commercial, product liability, commercial litigation and business disputes and 2 other areas of law. James received a A.B. degree from Miami University in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years.

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About James Brian Vogts at a glance

James Brian Vogts is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on business, ip, class action, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1984), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1984), Indiana (2008), and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana U.S. District (2012). Educated at DePaul University College of Law (J.D., 1984) and Miami University (A.B., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Brian Vogts is a lawyer practicing commercial, product liability, commercial litigation and business disputes and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a A.B. degree from Miami University in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • James practices at Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James Brian Vogts's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Brian Vogts 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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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Class Action

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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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 Brian Vogts

Where is James Brian Vogts's law office located?
James Brian Vogts's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Brian Vogts handle?
James Brian Vogts focuses on business, ip, class action, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James Brian Vogts practiced law?
James Brian Vogts has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did James Brian Vogts go to law school?
James Brian Vogts earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (A.B., 1980).
How can I contact James Brian Vogts for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Brian Vogts received?
James Brian Vogts's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
DePaul University College of Law
- 1984
A.B.
Miami University
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1984
Indiana
Admitted: 2008
U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana U.S. District
Admitted: 2012

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