Atty. James Paul Hemmer

Atty. James Paul Hemmer

James Paul Hemmer is a lawyer practicing corporate law, securities, banking. James received a A.B. degree from Marquette University in 1964, and has been licensed for 59 years.

Chicago Chicago 59 yrs experience 59 year
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About James Paul Hemmer at a glance

James Paul Hemmer is a business and securities attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1967). Educated at Harvard University (LL.B., 1967) and Marquette University (A.B., 1964). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Paul Hemmer is a lawyer practicing corporate law, securities, banking
  • James received a A.B. degree from Marquette University in 1964, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • James practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James Paul Hemmer's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Securities Law

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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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Where is James Paul Hemmer's law office located?
James Paul Hemmer's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Paul Hemmer handle?
James Paul Hemmer focuses on business, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James Paul Hemmer practiced law?
James Paul Hemmer has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did James Paul Hemmer go to law school?
James Paul Hemmer earned their education at (LL.B., 1967); (A.B., 1964).
How can I contact James Paul Hemmer for a consultation?
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Education

LL.B.
Harvard University
- 1967
A.B.
Marquette University
- 1964

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1967

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