Atty. James Lee Rubens

Atty. James Lee Rubens

James Lee Rubens is a lawyer practicing family law, domestic relations, divorce and 7 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years.

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Profile Summary

About James Lee Rubens at a glance

James Lee Rubens is a Managing Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Davis | Friedman. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, business, and alimony. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1979) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1979). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1979) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Lee Rubens is a lawyer practicing family law, domestic relations, divorce and 7 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • James practices at Davis | Friedman in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James Lee Rubens's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Alimony / Spousal Support

James Lee Rubens is one of 10,688 alimony attorneys indexed nationally. Browse alimony attorneys in Illinois →

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 Lee Rubens

Where is James Lee Rubens's law office located?
James Lee Rubens's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Davis | Friedman. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Lee Rubens handle?
James Lee Rubens focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, business, alimony. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James Lee Rubens practiced law?
James Lee Rubens has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did James Lee Rubens go to law school?
James Lee Rubens earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact James Lee Rubens for a consultation?
You can contact James Lee Rubens 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 Lee Rubens received?
James Lee Rubens's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
DePaul University
- 1979
B.A.
University of Illinois
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1979

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