Atty. James Jay Skarda

Atty. James Jay Skarda

James Jay Skarda is a lawyer. James received a B.S. degree from University of Wisconsin-Parkside in 1971, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Chicago Chicago 44 yrs experience 44 year
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About James Jay Skarda at a glance

James Jay Skarda is a Pub. Defs. Off. based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1982). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1982) and University of Wisconsin-Parkside (B.S., 1971). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Jay Skarda is a lawyer
  • James received a B.S. degree from University of Wisconsin-Parkside in 1971, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • James practices in Chicago, IL

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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James Jay Skarda's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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James Jay Skarda has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
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James Jay Skarda earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.S., 1971).
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Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1982
B.S.
University of Wisconsin-Parkside
- 1971

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1982

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