Atty. James Michael Sammons

Atty. James Michael Sammons

James Michael Sammons is a lawyer practicing criminal defense law. James received a B.S. degree from Xavier University, and has been licensed for 64 years.

Chicago Chicago 64 yrs experience 64 year
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About James Michael Sammons at a glance

James Michael Sammons is an Asst. Pub. Def. based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 64+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1962. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1962). Educated at Loyola University - Chicago, IL J.D. (—) and Xavier University B.S. (—). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Michael Sammons is a lawyer practicing criminal defense law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Xavier University, and has been licensed for 64 years
  • James practices in Chicago, IL

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James Michael Sammons's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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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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James Michael Sammons's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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James Michael Sammons focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
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James Michael Sammons has 64+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1962.
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Practice Areas

Education

Loyola University - Chicago, IL J.D.
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Xavier University B.S.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1962

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