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Atty. James Keith Leven

Atty. James Keith Leven

James Keith Leven is a lawyer practicing civil rights, criminal defense. James has been licensed for 40 years.

Chicago Chicago 40 yrs experience 40 year
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About James Keith Leven at a glance

James Keith Leven is a criminal defense and civil rights attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1986). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • James Keith Leven is a lawyer practicing civil rights, criminal defense
  • James has been licensed for 40 years
  • James practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James Keith Leven's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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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 Keith Leven's law office located?
James Keith Leven's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Keith Leven handle?
James Keith Leven focuses on criminal defense, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James Keith Leven practiced law?
James Keith Leven has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
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Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1986

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