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About James H. Bowhay at a glance
James H. Bowhay is a Member based in La Grange, Illinois. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, class action, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1987) and Illinois (1990). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1987) and Grinnell College (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Chicago, Illinois State and American Bar Associations State Bar of Wisconsin. Serands clients in La Grange, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Atty. James H. Bowhay is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, class actions, professional liability and 4 other areas of law
- James received a B.A. degree from Grinnell College in 1981, and has been licensed for 39 years
- James practices in La Grange, IL
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James H. Bowhay is one of 76,762 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in Illinois →
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
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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 La Grange 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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