Atty. James Robert Stinson

Atty. James Robert Stinson

James Robert Stinson is a lawyer practicing arbitration, corporate & incorporation, bankruptcy & debt and 2 other areas of law. James received a A.B. degree from Indiana University in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Chicago Chicago 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About James Robert Stinson at a glance

James Robert Stinson is a formation, bankruptcy, insurance, and adr attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1977), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1977), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1978), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (1982). Educated at University of Illinois College of Law (J.D., 1977) and Indiana University (A.B., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Robert Stinson is a lawyer practicing arbitration, corporate & incorporation, bankruptcy & debt and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a A.B. degree from Indiana University in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • James practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James Robert Stinson's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

James Robert Stinson is one of 35,584 formation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse formation attorneys in Illinois →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

James Robert Stinson is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Illinois →

Insurance Law

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

James Robert Stinson is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Illinois →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

James Robert Stinson is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 Robert Stinson

Where is James Robert Stinson's law office located?
James Robert Stinson's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Robert Stinson handle?
James Robert Stinson focuses on formation, bankruptcy, insurance, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James Robert Stinson practiced law?
James Robert Stinson has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did James Robert Stinson go to law school?
James Robert Stinson earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (A.B., 1973).
How can I contact James Robert Stinson for a consultation?
You can contact James Robert Stinson 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 Stinson received?
James Robert Stinson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Illinois College of Law
- 1977
A.B.
Indiana University
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1982
Trial Bar
Admitted: 1983

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