Atty. James Martin Dower

Atty. James Martin Dower

James Martin Dower is a lawyer practicing construction defense, consumer fraud, premises liability and 3 other areas of law. James Martin received a B.A. degree from University of Iowa, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Chicago Chicago 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About James Martin Dower at a glance

James Martin Dower is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on slip & fall, product liability, and consumer. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1978). Educated at University of Iowa J.D. (—) and University of Iowa B.A. (—). Active member of Illinois State Bar Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Martin Dower is a lawyer practicing construction defense, consumer fraud, premises liability and 3 other areas of law
  • James Martin received a B.A. degree from University of Iowa, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • James Martin practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James Martin Dower's Areas of Practice

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

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

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Product Liability

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Consumer Protection

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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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Where is James Martin Dower's law office located?
James Martin Dower's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Martin Dower handle?
James Martin Dower focuses on slip & fall, product liability, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James Martin Dower practiced law?
James Martin Dower has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
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Education

University of Iowa J.D.
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University of Iowa B.A.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1978

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