Atty. James Ralph Burton

Atty. James Ralph Burton

James Ralph Burton is a lawyer practicing juvenile law. James received a B.A. degree from University of South Dakota in 1983, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Chicago Chicago 35 yrs experience 35 year
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About James Ralph Burton at a glance

James Ralph Burton is a Guardian Ad Litem based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on juvenile. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1991). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1991) and University of South Dakota (B.A., 1983). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Ralph Burton is a lawyer practicing juvenile law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of South Dakota in 1983, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • James practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James Ralph Burton's Areas of Practice

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

Juvenile 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 Ralph Burton's law office located?
James Ralph Burton's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Ralph Burton handle?
James Ralph Burton focuses on juvenile. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James Ralph Burton practiced law?
James Ralph Burton has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did James Ralph Burton go to law school?
James Ralph Burton earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1983).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1991
B.A.
University of South Dakota
- 1983

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1991

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