Atty. James Russell McDaniel

Atty. James Russell McDaniel

James Russell McDaniel is a lawyer practicing corporate & incorporation, securities & investment fraud, investment products and 9 other areas of law. James received a Ph.D. degree from Tulane University in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years.

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Profile Summary

About James Russell McDaniel at a glance

James Russell McDaniel is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Sidley Austin LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on formation, business, securities, and consumer. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1980) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1980). Educated at Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California (J.D., 1980) and Tulane University (Ph.D. University, 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Russell McDaniel is a lawyer practicing corporate & incorporation, securities & investment fraud, investment products and 9 other areas of law
  • James received a Ph.D. degree from Tulane University in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • James practices at Sidley Austin LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James Russell McDaniel's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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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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Consumer Protection

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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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Russell McDaniel

Where is James Russell McDaniel's law office located?
James Russell McDaniel's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Sidley Austin LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Russell McDaniel handle?
James Russell McDaniel focuses on formation, business, securities, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James Russell McDaniel practiced law?
James Russell McDaniel has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did James Russell McDaniel go to law school?
James Russell McDaniel earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (Ph.D. University, 1977).
How can I contact James Russell McDaniel for a consultation?
You can contact James Russell McDaniel 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 Russell McDaniel received?
James Russell McDaniel's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California
- 1980
Ph.D. University
Tulane University
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1980

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