Atty. James Wilson Hulbert

Atty. James Wilson Hulbert

James Wilson Hulbert is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, workers compensation, commercial litigation and 1 other area of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Chicago Chicago 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About James Wilson Hulbert at a glance

James Wilson Hulbert is a Founding Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Sugar Felsenthal Grais and Helsinger. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on employment, business, workers comp, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1982) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar (1982). Educated at Boston College (J.D., 1982) and University of North Carolina (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Liaison for the State of Illinois, Workers Compensation Committee, Chicago, Illinois State and American Bar Associations Defense Research Institute. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Wilson Hulbert is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, workers compensation, commercial litigation and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • James practices at Sugar Felsenthal Grais and Helsinger in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James Wilson Hulbert's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

James Wilson Hulbert is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

James Wilson Hulbert is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Illinois →

Product Liability

James Wilson Hulbert is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Wilson Hulbert

Where is James Wilson Hulbert's law office located?
James Wilson Hulbert's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Sugar Felsenthal Grais and Helsinger. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Wilson Hulbert handle?
James Wilson Hulbert focuses on employment, business, workers comp, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James Wilson Hulbert practiced law?
James Wilson Hulbert has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did James Wilson Hulbert go to law school?
James Wilson Hulbert earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact James Wilson Hulbert for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Wilson Hulbert received?
James Wilson Hulbert's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Boston College
- 1982
B.A.
University of North Carolina
- 1978

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar
Admitted: 1982

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