Atty. James Leo Oakley

Atty. James Leo Oakley

James Leo Oakley is a lawyer practicing litigation. James received a B.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 2000, and has been licensed for 23 years.

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Profile Summary

About James Leo Oakley at a glance

James Leo Oakley is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Thompson Coburn LLP. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2003) and Wisconsin (2003). Educated at University of Wisconsin (J.D., 2003) and University of Pennsylvania (B.A., 2000). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Leo Oakley is a lawyer practicing litigation
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 2000, and has been licensed for 23 years
  • James practices at Thompson Coburn LLP in Chicago, IL and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

James Leo Oakley's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Leo Oakley

Where is James Leo Oakley's law office located?
James Leo Oakley's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Thompson Coburn LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Leo Oakley handle?
James Leo Oakley focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James Leo Oakley practiced law?
James Leo Oakley has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did James Leo Oakley go to law school?
James Leo Oakley earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (B.A., 2000).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Wisconsin
- 2003
B.A.
University of Pennsylvania
- 2000

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2003
Wisconsin
Admitted: 2003

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