Atty. James Cameron Chalfant

Atty. James Cameron Chalfant

James Cameron Chalfant is a lawyer practicing white collar criminal defense, business litigation. James received a B.A. degree from Pomona College in 1974, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Chicago Chicago 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About James Cameron Chalfant at a glance

James Cameron Chalfant is a Supr. Ct. J. based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, white collar, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1979) and California (1981). Educated at University of California at Berkeley (J.D., 1979) and Pomona College (B.A., 1974). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Cameron Chalfant is a lawyer practicing white collar criminal defense, business litigation
  • James received a B.A. degree from Pomona College in 1974, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • James practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James Cameron Chalfant's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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White Collar Crimes

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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 Cameron Chalfant

Where is James Cameron Chalfant's law office located?
James Cameron Chalfant's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Cameron Chalfant handle?
James Cameron Chalfant focuses on criminal defense, business, white collar, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James Cameron Chalfant practiced law?
James Cameron Chalfant has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did James Cameron Chalfant go to law school?
James Cameron Chalfant earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact James Cameron Chalfant for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of California at Berkeley
- 1979
B.A.
Pomona College
- 1974

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1979
California
Admitted: 1981

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