Atty. James E. Morgan
James E. Morgan is a lawyer practicing chapter 11 bankruptcy, bankruptcy & creditors' rights, business & corporate law and 1 other area of law.
Bankruptcy & Creditors' Rights & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 33+ Years Experience
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About James E. Morgan at a Glance
James E. Morgan is an Attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Howard & Howard Attorneys PLLC. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, chapter 11, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Ohio (Inactive) (1993) and Illinois (2001). Educated at Indiana University School of Law at Bloomington (J.D., 1992) and Indiana University at Bloomington (B.S., 1989). Active member of Memberships •American Bankruptcy Institute, Member •Turnaround Management Association, Member •Chicago Bar Association, Member. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James E. Morgan
- James E. Morgan is a lawyer practicing chapter 11 bankruptcy, bankruptcy & creditors' rights, business & corporate law and 1 other area of law
- James received a B.S. degree from Indiana University at Bloomington in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years
- James practices at Howard & Howard Attorneys PLLC in Chicago, IL
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James E. Morgan's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James E. Morgan handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Business & Corporate Law in Chicago
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
James E. Morgan is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →
Bankruptcy & Debt in Chicago
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
James E. Morgan is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Illinois →
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy in Chicago
James E. Morgan is one of 5,795 chapter 11 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 11 attorneys in Illinois →
Civil Litigation in Chicago
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 Chicago
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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chicago Choose James E. Morgan
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish James E. Morgan's practice in the field of business, bankruptcy, chapter 11, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James E. Morgan brings 33+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Ohio (Inactive) and Illinois, James E. Morgan can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, bankruptcy, and chapter 11, James E. Morgan can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means James E. Morgan attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues James E. Morgan Handles in Chicago
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