Atty. James Gerald O'Keefe

Atty. James Gerald O'Keefe

James Gerald O'Keefe is a lawyer practicing litigation. James received a B.A. degree from Carleton College, and has been licensed for 19 years.

Chicago Chicago 19 yrs experience 19 year
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Profile Summary

About James Gerald O'Keefe at a glance

James Gerald O'Keefe is a litigation attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2007). Educated at DePaul University J.D. (—) and Carleton College B.A. (—). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Gerald O'Keefe is a lawyer practicing litigation
  • James received a B.A. degree from Carleton College, and has been licensed for 19 years
  • James practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James Gerald O'Keefe's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Gerald O'Keefe handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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 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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Where is James Gerald O'Keefe's law office located?
James Gerald O'Keefe's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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James Gerald O'Keefe focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James Gerald O'Keefe practiced law?
James Gerald O'Keefe has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
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Practice Areas

Education

DePaul University J.D.
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Carleton College B.A.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2007

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