Atty. James Michael Drinan

Atty. James Michael Drinan

James Michael Drinan is a lawyer. James received a B.A. degree from Providence College in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Chicago Chicago 45 yrs experience 45 year
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About James Michael Drinan at a glance

James Michael Drinan is an Amer. Assn. of Orthodontists based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1981) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1981). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1981) and Providence College (B.A., 1978). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Michael Drinan is a lawyer
  • James received a B.A. degree from Providence College in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • James practices in Chicago, IL

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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James Michael Drinan's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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James Michael Drinan has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
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Education

J.D.
DePaul University
- 1981
B.A.
Providence College
- 1978

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1981

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