Atty. James Louis Learner

Atty. James Louis Learner

James Louis Learner is a lawyer practicing corporate, private equity, leveraged acquisitions and 3 other areas of law. James received a A.B. degree from University of Michigan in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Chicago Chicago 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About James Louis Learner at a glance

James Louis Learner is an Attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Kirkland & Ellis LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1987) and UK Registered Foreign Lawyer (2000). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1987) and University of Michigan (A.B., 1984). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Louis Learner is a lawyer practicing corporate, private equity, leveraged acquisitions and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a A.B. degree from University of Michigan in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • James practices at Kirkland & Ellis LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James Louis Learner's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Louis Learner 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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Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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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 Louis Learner

Where is James Louis Learner's law office located?
James Louis Learner's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Kirkland & Ellis LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Louis Learner handle?
James Louis Learner focuses on business, m&a, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James Louis Learner practiced law?
James Louis Learner has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did James Louis Learner go to law school?
James Louis Learner earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (A.B., 1984).
How can I contact James Louis Learner for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1987
A.B.
University of Michigan
- 1984

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1987
UK Registered Foreign Lawyer
Admitted: 2000

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