Atty. James C. Bakk
James C. Bakk is a lawyer practicing general practice.
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James C. Bakk is a Member based in Waukegan, Illinois, practicing at Law Offices of James C. Bakk. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1978), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar (1978), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1986), and U.S. Supreme Court (1989). Educated at University of Miami (J.D., 1978) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Lake County, Illinois State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Waukegan, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James C. Bakk is a lawyer practicing general practice
- James received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
- James practices at Law Offices of James C. Bakk in Waukegan, IL
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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 Waukegan 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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