Atty. Jan Russell

Atty. Jan Russell

Jan Russell is a lawyer practicing family law, domestic violence. Jan received a B.G.S. degree from Roosevelt University in 1987, and has been licensed for 29 years.

Chicago Chicago 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About Jan Russell at a glance

Jan Russell is a Cook Co. Sheriff's Off. based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on family law and dv defense. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1997) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1997). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 1997) and Roosevelt University (B.G.S., 1987). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jan Russell is a lawyer practicing family law, domestic violence
  • Jan received a B.G.S. degree from Roosevelt University in 1987, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Jan practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Jan Russell's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Domestic Violence Defense

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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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Where is Jan Russell's law office located?
Jan Russell's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jan Russell handle?
Jan Russell focuses on family law, dv defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Jan Russell practiced law?
Jan Russell has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Jan Russell go to law school?
Jan Russell earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.G.S., 1987).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Chicago-Kent College of Law
- 1997
B.G.S.
Roosevelt University
- 1987

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1997

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