Atty. James Louis Jerue

Atty. James Louis Jerue

James Louis Jerue is a lawyer practicing venture capital, business planning, securities and 3 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Chicago Chicago 44 yrs experience 44 year
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About James Louis Jerue at a glance

James Louis Jerue is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Horwood Marcus & Berk Chartered. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, securities, and health care. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1982). Educated at University of California at Los Angeles (J.D., 1982) and Northwestern University (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Louis Jerue is a lawyer practicing venture capital, business planning, securities and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • James practices at Horwood Marcus & Berk Chartered in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James Louis Jerue's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Securities Law

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Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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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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Common questions about James Louis Jerue

Where is James Louis Jerue's law office located?
James Louis Jerue's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Horwood Marcus & Berk Chartered. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Louis Jerue handle?
James Louis Jerue focuses on business, m&a, securities, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James Louis Jerue practiced law?
James Louis Jerue has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did James Louis Jerue go to law school?
James Louis Jerue earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact James Louis Jerue for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Louis Jerue received?
James Louis Jerue's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1982
B.A.
Northwestern University
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1982

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