Atty. James King Gardner

Atty. James King Gardner

James King Gardner is a lawyer practicing general & commercial litigation, antitrust & unfair trade practices, commercial disputes and 3 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Purdue University in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years.

Chicago Chicago 58 yrs experience 58 year
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Profile Summary

About James King Gardner at a glance

James King Gardner is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on employment, business, litigation, consumer, and health care. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1968), Indiana (1968), and District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit U.S. District Court, Northern District o (1972). Educated at Indiana University School of Law (J.D., 1968) and Purdue University (B.A., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James King Gardner is a lawyer practicing general & commercial litigation, antitrust & unfair trade practices, commercial disputes and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Purdue University in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • James practices at Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James King Gardner's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Consumer Protection

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Health Care Law

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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 King Gardner

Where is James King Gardner's law office located?
James King Gardner's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James King Gardner handle?
James King Gardner focuses on employment, business, litigation, consumer, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James King Gardner practiced law?
James King Gardner has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did James King Gardner go to law school?
James King Gardner earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (B.A., 1965).
How can I contact James King Gardner for a consultation?
You can contact James King Gardner directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James King Gardner received?
James King Gardner's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Indiana University School of Law
- 1968
B.A.
Purdue University
- 1965

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1968
Indiana
Admitted: 1968
District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit U.S. District Court, Northern District o
Admitted: 1972

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