Atty. James Stuart Harkness

Atty. James Stuart Harkness

Mr. James Stuart Harkness is a lawyer practicing banking law, commercial, corporate law and 6 other areas of law.

Lisle Lisle 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About James Stuart Harkness at a glance

James Stuart Harkness is a Member based in Lisle, Illinois. They haand 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1996), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1997), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit and U.S. District Court, District of Colorado (1999), and Indiana (2009). Educated at Valparaiso University School of Law (J.D., 1996) and Valparaiso University (B.A. Political, 1993). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Lisle, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mr. James Stuart Harkness is a lawyer practicing banking law, commercial, corporate law and 6 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Valparaiso University in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • James practices in Lisle, IL

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practforg law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Lisle 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 substantiand 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 Stuart Harkness's law office located?
James Stuart Harkness's law practice is located in Lisle, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has James Stuart Harkness practiced law?
James Stuart Harkness has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did James Stuart Harkness go to law school?
James Stuart Harkness earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A. Political, 1993).
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What awards or recognition has James Stuart Harkness receiandd?
James Stuart Harkness's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Valparaiso University School of Law
- 1996
B.A. Political
Valparaiso University
- 1993

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1997
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit and U.S. District Court, District of Colorado
Admitted: 1999
Indiana
Admitted: 2009

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