Atty. James Kottaras
James Kottaras is a lawyer practicing commercial, contracts & agreements, landlord & tenant and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Indiana University in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years.
Commercial & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 36+ Years Experience
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About James Kottaras at a Glance
James Kottaras is a contracts, personal injury, business, real estate, and landlord/tenant attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1990) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1990). Educated at Valparaiso University (J.D., 1989) and Indiana University (B.A., 1986). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James Kottaras
- James Kottaras is a lawyer practicing commercial, contracts & agreements, landlord & tenant and 2 other areas of law
- James received a B.A. degree from Indiana University in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years
- James practices in Chicago, IL
Practice Areas Explained
James Kottaras's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Kottaras handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Contracts in Chicago
James Kottaras is one of 76,101 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in Illinois →
Personal Injury in Chicago
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
James Kottaras is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →
Business & Corporate Law in Chicago
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
James Kottaras is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →
Real Estate Law in Chicago
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
James Kottaras is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →
Landlord & Tenant in Chicago
Landlord-tenant attorneys for evictions, lease disputes, security deposits, and habitability claims.
James Kottaras is one of 22,207 landlord/tenant attorneys indexed nationally. Browse landlord/tenant attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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 venue, 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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chicago Choose James Kottaras
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish James Kottaras's practice in the field of contracts, personal injury, business, real estate, and landlord/tenant.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James Kottaras brings 36+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, James Kottaras can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, personal injury, and business, James Kottaras can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means James Kottaras attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues James Kottaras Handles in Chicago
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters James Kottaras has experience with under Illinois law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact James Kottaras directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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