Atty. James J. Ayres

Atty. James J. Ayres

James J. Ayres is a lawyer practicing appeals, commercial, probate and 8 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 42 yrs experience 42 year
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About James J. Ayres at a glance

James J. Ayres is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Ayres Law Offices, Ltd.. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on contracts, probate, business, construction, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circu (1984). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1984) and University of Illinois (B.A, 1980). Active member of Northwest Suburban Bar Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James J. Ayres is a lawyer practicing appeals, commercial, probate and 8 other areas of law
  • James received a degree from University of Illinois in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • James practices at Ayres Law Offices, Ltd. in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James J. Ayres's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Probate

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Business & Corporate Law

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Construction Law

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Creditor Rights & Collections

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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 J. Ayres

Where is James J. Ayres's law office located?
James J. Ayres's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Ayres Law Offices, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James J. Ayres handle?
James J. Ayres focuses on contracts, probate, business, construction, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James J. Ayres practiced law?
James J. Ayres has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did James J. Ayres go to law school?
James J. Ayres earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A, 1980).
How can I contact James J. Ayres for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
DePaul University
- 1984
B.A
University of Illinois
- 1980

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circu
Admitted: 1984

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