Atty. James Patrick Hynes

Atty. James Patrick Hynes

Atty. James Patrick Hynes is a lawyer practicing commercial, wrongful death, personal injury and 6 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 45 Years Experience 45 year
Call (312) 796-6938

Profile Summary

About James Patrick Hynes at a glance

James Patrick Hynes is a medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, employment, and business attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1981), U.S. District Court, Northern and Central District of Illinois, including Trial Bar (1981), and Wisconsin (2003). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1981) and Knox College (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Dupage County and Illinois State Bar Associations State Bar of Wisconsin. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Atty. James Patrick Hynes is a lawyer practicing commercial, wrongful death, personal injury and 6 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Knox College in 1976, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • James practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James Patrick Hynes's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

James Patrick Hynes is one of 44,425 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Illinois →

Wrongful Death

James Patrick Hynes is one of 28,053 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Illinois →

Personal Injury

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 Patrick Hynes is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

James Patrick Hynes is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

James Patrick Hynes is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →

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 venue, 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 Patrick Hynes

Where is James Patrick Hynes's law office located?
James Patrick Hynes's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Patrick Hynes handle?
James Patrick Hynes focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, employment, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James Patrick Hynes practiced law?
James Patrick Hynes has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did James Patrick Hynes go to law school?
James Patrick Hynes earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact James Patrick Hynes for a consultation?
You can contact James Patrick Hynes directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James Patrick Hynes received?
James Patrick Hynes's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1981
B.A.
Knox College
- 1976

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Northern and Central District of Illinois, including Trial Bar
Admitted: 1981
Wisconsin
Admitted: 2003

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