Atty. James W. Kapp III

Atty. James W. Kapp III

James W. Kapp III is a lawyer practicing corporate, restructuring & insolvency, corporate bankruptcies and reorganizations and 2 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About James W. Kapp III at a glance

James W. Kapp III is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Mcdermott Will Emery Llp. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1994), Kansas (1995), and Illinois U.S Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1997). Educated at University of Minnesota Law School (J.D., 1994) and Northwestern University (B.S., 1991). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James W. Kapp III is a lawyer practicing corporate, restructuring & insolvency, corporate bankruptcies and reorganizations and 2 other areas of law
  • James W. received a B.S. degree from Northwestern University in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • James W. practices at McDermott Will & Emery LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James W. Kapp III's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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

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Creditor Rights & Collections

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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 W. Kapp III

Where is James W. Kapp III's law office located?
James W. Kapp III's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Mcdermott Will Emery Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James W. Kapp III handle?
James W. Kapp III focuses on business, bankruptcy, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James W. Kapp III practiced law?
James W. Kapp III has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did James W. Kapp III go to law school?
James W. Kapp III earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.S., 1991).
How can I contact James W. Kapp III for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Minnesota Law School
- 1994
B.S.
Northwestern University
- 1991

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1994
Kansas
Admitted: 1995
Illinois U.S Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1997

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