Atty. James Patrick Roach II

Atty. James Patrick Roach II

James Patrick Roach II is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, insurance defense, labor and employment and 1 other area of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years.

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Profile Summary

About James Patrick Roach II at a glance

James Patrick Roach II is a Managing Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Hennessy & Roach, P.C.. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on employment, workers comp, construction, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1990) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1990). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1990) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1987). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Patrick Roach II is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, insurance defense, labor and employment and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • James practices at Hennessy & Roach, P.C. in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James Patrick Roach II's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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

James Patrick Roach II is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

James Patrick Roach II is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Illinois →

Construction Law

James Patrick Roach II is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Illinois →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

James Patrick Roach II is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 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 Roach II

Where is James Patrick Roach II's law office located?
James Patrick Roach II's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Hennessy & Roach, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Patrick Roach II handle?
James Patrick Roach II focuses on employment, workers comp, construction, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James Patrick Roach II practiced law?
James Patrick Roach II has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did James Patrick Roach II go to law school?
James Patrick Roach II earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1987).
How can I contact James Patrick Roach II for a consultation?
You can contact James Patrick Roach II 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 Roach II received?
James Patrick Roach II's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Illinois
- 1990
B.A.
University of Illinois
- 1987

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1990

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