Atty. James Joseph Parente

Atty. James Joseph Parente

James Joseph Parente is a lawyer practicing military law. James received a B.A. degree from Loyola University in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years.

Chicago Chicago 52 yrs experience 52 year
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About James Joseph Parente at a glance

James Joseph Parente is a State J. Advocate, IL Army Nat. Guard based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on military. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1974) and Illinois (1978). Educated at St. Louis University (J.D., 1974) and Loyola University (B.A., 1971). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Joseph Parente is a lawyer practicing military law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Loyola University in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • James practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James Joseph Parente's Areas of Practice

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

Military Law

Military attorneys for court-martial, discharge upgrades, veterans benefits, and military family matters.

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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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Where is James Joseph Parente's law office located?
James Joseph Parente's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Joseph Parente handle?
James Joseph Parente focuses on military. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James Joseph Parente practiced law?
James Joseph Parente has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did James Joseph Parente go to law school?
James Joseph Parente earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1971).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
St. Louis University
- 1974
B.A.
Loyola University
- 1971

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1974
Illinois
Admitted: 1978

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