Atty. James M. Gale

Atty. James M. Gale

James M. Gale is a lawyer practicing general practice, litigation, appeals and 2 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 13 yrs experience 13 year
Call (312) 535-4941 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James M. Gale at a glance

James M. Gale is an Attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Illinois Attorney General. They have 13+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2013. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, litigation, adr, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2013). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James M. Gale is a lawyer practicing general practice, litigation, appeals and 2 other areas of law
  • James has been licensed for 13 years
  • James practices at Illinois Attorney General in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James M. Gale's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Civil Litigation

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Mediation & Arbitration

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James M. Gale is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Illinois →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 M. Gale

Where is James M. Gale's law office located?
James M. Gale's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Illinois Attorney General. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James M. Gale handle?
James M. Gale focuses on criminal defense, litigation, adr, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James M. Gale practiced law?
James M. Gale has 13+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2013.
How can I contact James M. Gale for a consultation?
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Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2013

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