Atty. James George Lakerdas

Atty. James George Lakerdas

James George Lakerdas is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice, car accidents, motorcycle accident and 6 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Duquesne University in 1975, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Chicago Chicago 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About James George Lakerdas at a glance

James George Lakerdas is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Law Offices of Chadwick & Lakerdas. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1984). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1984) and Duquesne University (B.A. Southern, 1975). Active member of Chicago Illinois State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James George Lakerdas is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice, car accidents, motorcycle accident and 6 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Duquesne University in 1975, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • James practices at Law Offices of Chadwick & Lakerdas in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James George Lakerdas's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

James George Lakerdas is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Illinois →

Wrongful Death

James George Lakerdas is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Illinois →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

James George Lakerdas is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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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 George Lakerdas

Where is James George Lakerdas's law office located?
James George Lakerdas's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Law Offices of Chadwick & Lakerdas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James George Lakerdas handle?
James George Lakerdas focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James George Lakerdas practiced law?
James George Lakerdas has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did James George Lakerdas go to law school?
James George Lakerdas earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A. Southern, 1975).
How can I contact James George Lakerdas for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1984
B.A. Southern
Duquesne University
- 1975

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1984

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