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James E. Hallagan is a Principal based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Minsky, McCormick & Hallagan, P.C.. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on immigration. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1980), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1980), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1990). Educated at DePaul University College of Law (J.D., 1980) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Federal Bar Association American Immigration Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James E. Hallagan is a lawyer practicing immigration
- James received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years
- James practices at Minsky, McCormick & Hallagan, P.C. in Chicago, IL
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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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