Atty. James Michael Obbish
James Michael Obbish is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, personal injury. James received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1968, and has been licensed for 53 years.
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James Michael Obbish is a personal injury and criminal defense attorney based in Burr Ridge, Illinois. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1973) and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1973). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1973) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Burr Ridge, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James Michael Obbish is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, personal injury
- James received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1968, and has been licensed for 53 years
- James practices in Burr Ridge, IL
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Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
James Michael Obbish is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
James Michael Obbish is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Illinois →
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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 Burr Ridge 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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