Atty. James Peter Bateman

Atty. James Peter Bateman

James Peter Bateman is a lawyer practicing municipal law, estate planning, real estate and 3 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from Northern Illinois University in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Barrington Barrington 49 Years Experience 49 year
Call (331) 866-3295

Profile Summary

About James Peter Bateman at a glance

James Peter Bateman is a Member based in Barrington, Illinois, practicing at The Law Offices of James P. Bateman Ltd.. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on estate planning, real estate, zoning, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1977) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1981). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1977) and Northern Illinois University (B.S., 1974). Active member of Chicago (Chairman, Local Government Committee, 1984-1985) and Illinois State (Member, Local Government Section) Bar Associations. Serves clients in Barrington, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James Peter Bateman is a lawyer practicing municipal law, estate planning, real estate and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Northern Illinois University in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • James practices at The Law Offices of James P. Bateman Ltd. in Barrington, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James Peter Bateman's Areas of Practice

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

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

James Peter Bateman is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →

Land Use & Zoning

James Peter Bateman is one of 36,102 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

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

James Peter Bateman is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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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 Barrington 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 Peter Bateman

Where is James Peter Bateman's law office located?
James Peter Bateman's law practice is located in Barrington, Illinois. The firm is The Law Offices of James P. Bateman Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Peter Bateman handle?
James Peter Bateman focuses on estate planning, real estate, zoning, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James Peter Bateman practiced law?
James Peter Bateman has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did James Peter Bateman go to law school?
James Peter Bateman earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.S., 1974).
How can I contact James Peter Bateman for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Illinois
- 1977
B.S.
Northern Illinois University
- 1974

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1981

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