Atty. James Patrick Madigan

Atty. James Patrick Madigan

James Patrick Madigan is a lawyer practicing tax, bankruptcy & debt, litigation. James received a B.A. degree from Case Western Reserve University, and has been licensed for 24 years.

Chicago Chicago 24 yrs experience 24 year
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About James Patrick Madigan at a glance

James Patrick Madigan is a bankruptcy, tax, and litigation attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit (2002). Educated at University of Chicago Law School (J.D., 2000) and Case Western Reserve University B.A. summa cum laude Case Western Reserve University B.A. Phi Beta Kappa (—). Active member of Professional & Community Involvement •Lecturer in Law, The University of Chicago Law School, 2006-2012 •Harry A and Bigelow Teaching fellow, The University of Chicago Law School, 2000-2002. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Patrick Madigan is a lawyer practicing tax, bankruptcy & debt, litigation
  • James received a B.A. degree from Case Western Reserve University, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • James practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James Patrick Madigan's Areas of Practice

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

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Patrick Madigan

Where is James Patrick Madigan's law office located?
James Patrick Madigan's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Patrick Madigan handle?
James Patrick Madigan focuses on bankruptcy, tax, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James Patrick Madigan practiced law?
James Patrick Madigan has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did James Patrick Madigan go to law school?
James Patrick Madigan earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (—).
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Education

J.D.
University of Chicago Law School
- 2000
Case Western Reserve University B.A. summa cum laude Case Western Reserve University B.A. Phi Beta Kappa
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 2002

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