Atty. James William McConkey

Atty. James William McConkey

James William McConkey is a lawyer practicing litigation, financial markets and services, class action and 1 other area of law. James received a A.B. degree from Davidson College in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Chicago Chicago 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About James William McConkey at a glance

James William McConkey is a Principal based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C.. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on class action, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1989), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois (1989), Missouri (1990), and U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois (1995). Educated at Seattle University (J.D., 1989) and Davidson College (A.B., 1986). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James William McConkey is a lawyer practicing litigation, financial markets and services, class action and 1 other area of law
  • James received a A.B. degree from Davidson College in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • James practices at Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C. in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James William McConkey's Areas of Practice

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

Class Action

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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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 William McConkey

Where is James William McConkey's law office located?
James William McConkey's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James William McConkey handle?
James William McConkey focuses on class action, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James William McConkey practiced law?
James William McConkey has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did James William McConkey go to law school?
James William McConkey earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (A.B., 1986).
How can I contact James William McConkey for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Seattle University
- 1989
A.B.
Davidson College
- 1986

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1989
Missouri
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1995
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 2005

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