Atty. James Maxwell Ratcliffe

Atty. James Maxwell Ratcliffe

James Maxwell Ratcliffe is a lawyer practicing government relations law, corporate law. James received a A.B. degree from University of Chicago in 1946, and has been licensed for 76 years.

Chicago Chicago 76 yrs experience 76 year
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Profile Summary

About James Maxwell Ratcliffe at a glance

James Maxwell Ratcliffe is a V.P. based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 76+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1950. Their practice focuses on business and government. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1950). Educated at University of Chicago (J.D., 1950) and University of Chicago (A.B., 1946). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Maxwell Ratcliffe is a lawyer practicing government relations law, corporate law
  • James received a A.B. degree from University of Chicago in 1946, and has been licensed for 76 years
  • James practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James Maxwell Ratcliffe's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Maxwell Ratcliffe 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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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 Maxwell Ratcliffe

Where is James Maxwell Ratcliffe's law office located?
James Maxwell Ratcliffe's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Maxwell Ratcliffe handle?
James Maxwell Ratcliffe focuses on business, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James Maxwell Ratcliffe practiced law?
James Maxwell Ratcliffe has 76+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1950.
Where did James Maxwell Ratcliffe go to law school?
James Maxwell Ratcliffe earned their education at (J.D., 1950); (A.B., 1946).
How can I contact James Maxwell Ratcliffe for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Chicago
- 1950
A.B.
University of Chicago
- 1946

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1950

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