Atty. James Robert Pirages

Atty. James Robert Pirages

James Robert Pirages is a lawyer practicing business, employee benefits, labor & employment. James received a B.A. degree from Rockford College in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years.

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Profile Summary

About James Robert Pirages at a glance

James Robert Pirages is a Partner based in Rockford, Illinois, practicing at Allen Galluzzo Hevrin Leake, LLC. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on employment and business. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit U.S. District Court for the Northern District (1980). Educated at Southern Illinois University College of Law (J.D., 1980) and Rockford College (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Rockford, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Robert Pirages is a lawyer practicing business, employee benefits, labor & employment
  • James received a B.A. degree from Rockford College in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • James practices at Allen Galluzzo Hevrin Leake, LLC in Rockford, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James Robert Pirages's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Robert Pirages 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.

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Business & Corporate 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 Rockford 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 Robert Pirages

Where is James Robert Pirages's law office located?
James Robert Pirages's law practice is located in Rockford, Illinois. The firm is Allen Galluzzo Hevrin Leake, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Robert Pirages handle?
James Robert Pirages focuses on employment, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James Robert Pirages practiced law?
James Robert Pirages has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did James Robert Pirages go to law school?
James Robert Pirages earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact James Robert Pirages for a consultation?
You can contact James Robert Pirages 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 Robert Pirages received?
James Robert Pirages's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Southern Illinois University College of Law
- 1980
B.A.
Rockford College
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit U.S. District Court for the Northern District
Admitted: 1980

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