Atty. James Michael Witz

Atty. James Michael Witz

James Michael Witz is a lawyer practicing litigation, complex disputes, employment litigation and 5 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Wesleyan University in 1987, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Chicago Chicago 34 yrs experience 34 year
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About James Michael Witz at a glance

James Michael Witz is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois. They haand 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1992). Educated at University of California at Los Angeles (J.D., 1992) and Wesleyan University (B.A., 1987). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Michael Witz is a lawyer practicing litigation, complex disputes, employment litigation and 5 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Wesleyan University in 1987, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • James practices in Chicago, IL

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practforg law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand 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 substantiand 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 Witz's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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James Michael Witz has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
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James Michael Witz earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1987).
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Education

J.D.
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1992
B.A.
Wesleyan University
- 1987

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1992

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