Atty. James Daniel Harbert

Atty. James Daniel Harbert

James Daniel Harbert is a lawyer practicing employee benefits, erisa litigation, taxation. James Daniel received a A.B. degree from College of William and Mary in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Chicago Chicago 47 Years Experience 47 year
Call (224) 476-2898

Profile Summary

About James Daniel Harbert at a glance

James Daniel Harbert is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on employment, tax, and litigation. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1979) and Illinois Federal Trial Bar U.S. Claims Court U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit U.S. Dist (1980). Educated at University of Virginia School of Law (J.D., 1979) and College of William and Mary (A.B., 1976). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Daniel Harbert is a lawyer practicing employee benefits, erisa litigation, taxation
  • James Daniel received a A.B. degree from College of William and Mary in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • James Daniel practices at Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James Daniel Harbert's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

James Daniel Harbert is one of 77,130 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Daniel Harbert

Where is James Daniel Harbert's law office located?
James Daniel Harbert's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Daniel Harbert handle?
James Daniel Harbert focuses on employment, tax, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James Daniel Harbert practiced law?
James Daniel Harbert has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did James Daniel Harbert go to law school?
James Daniel Harbert earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (A.B., 1976).
How can I contact James Daniel Harbert for a consultation?
You can contact James Daniel Harbert directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James Daniel Harbert received?
James Daniel Harbert's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia School of Law
- 1979
A.B.
College of William and Mary
- 1976

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1979
Illinois Federal Trial Bar U.S. Claims Court U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit U.S. Dist
Admitted: 1980

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