Atty. James John Tierney

Atty. James John Tierney

James John Tierney is a lawyer. James received a M.S. degree from Chicago State University in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Chicago Chicago 45 yrs experience 45 year
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About James John Tierney at a glance

James John Tierney is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at James J. Tierney. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1981). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1981) and Chicago State University (M.S. Maryknoll, 1977). Active member of Southwest and Illinois State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James John Tierney is a lawyer
  • James received a M.S. degree from Chicago State University in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • James practices at James J. Tierney in Chicago, IL

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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 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 John Tierney's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is James J. Tierney. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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James John Tierney has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
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James John Tierney earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (M.S. Maryknoll, 1977).
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Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1981
M.S. Maryknoll
Chicago State University
- 1977

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1981

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