Atty. James T. Magee
James T. Magee is a lawyer practicing commercial, bankruptcy, bankruptcy chapter 7 and 12 other areas of law.
Bankruptcy & More Attorney · Serving Round Lake, IL · 55+ Years Experience
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About James T. Magee at a Glance
James T. Magee is a Senior Partner based in Round Lake, Illinois, practicing at Magee Negele & Associates. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on residential, chapter 7, contracts, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1971) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1973). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1971) and Loyola University (A.B. Political, 1968). Active member of Lake County and Illinois State Bar Associations. Serves clients in Round Lake, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James T. Magee
- James T. Magee is a lawyer practicing commercial, bankruptcy, bankruptcy chapter 7 and 12 other areas of law
- James received a A.B. degree from Loyola University in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years
- James practices at Magee Negele & Associates in Round Lake, IL
Practice Areas Explained
James T. Magee's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James T. Magee handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Round Lake.
Residential Real Estate in Round Lake
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Chapter 7 Bankruptcy in Round Lake
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Contracts in Round Lake
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Business & Corporate Law in Round Lake
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Round Lake
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Round Lake
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 Round Lake 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 venue, 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.
Round Lake Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Round Lake-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Round Lake Choose James T. Magee
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish James T. Magee's practice in the field of residential, chapter 7, contracts, business, and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James T. Magee brings 55+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, James T. Magee can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering residential, chapter 7, and contracts, James T. Magee can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Round Lake
A Round Lake-based practice means James T. Magee attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues James T. Magee Handles in Round Lake
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