Atty. James Guy McConnell

Atty. James Guy McConnell

James Guy McConnell is a lawyer practicing construction contracts, construction litigation, public and private construction and 1 other area of law. James received a B.S. degree from Iowa State University in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years.

Crystal Lake Crystal Lake 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About James Guy McConnell at a glance

James Guy McConnell is a Member based in Crystal Lake, Illinois, practicing at James G. McConnell. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on construction and foreclosure. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1973), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1973), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1973), and U.S. Supreme Court (1977). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1973) and Iowa State University (B.S. Journalism, 1969). Serands clients in Crystal Lake, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Guy McConnell is a lawyer practicing construction contracts, construction litigation, public and private construction and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Iowa State University in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • James practices at James G. McConnell in Crystal Lake, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James Guy McConnell's Areas of Practice

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

Construction Law

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Foreclosure Defense

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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 Crystal Lake 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 Guy McConnell

Where is James Guy McConnell's law office located?
James Guy McConnell's law practice is located in Crystal Lake, Illinois. The firm is James G. McConnell. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Guy McConnell handle?
James Guy McConnell focuses on construction, foreclosure. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James Guy McConnell practiced law?
James Guy McConnell has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did James Guy McConnell go to law school?
James Guy McConnell earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.S. Journalism, 1969).
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Education

J.D.
Northwestern University
- 1973
B.S. Journalism
Iowa State University
- 1969

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1977
Northern District of Illinois Trial Bar
Admitted: 1982

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