Atty. Jane Ellen Montgomery

Atty. Jane Ellen Montgomery

Jane Ellen Montgomery is a lawyer practicing environmental law, sustainable energy and climate change, general practice and 1 other area of law. Jane received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1980, and has been licensed for 36 years.

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Profile Summary

About Jane Ellen Montgomery at a glance

Jane Ellen Montgomery is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Schiff Hardin LLP. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on real estate, environmental, and energy. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1990). Educated at Northwestern University School of Law (J.D., 1990) and University of Illinois (B.S. Secondary, 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jane Ellen Montgomery is a lawyer practicing environmental law, sustainable energy and climate change, general practice and 1 other area of law
  • Jane received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1980, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Jane practices at Schiff Hardin LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Jane Ellen Montgomery's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Jane Ellen Montgomery is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Illinois →

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

Jane Ellen Montgomery is one of 36,230 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy attorneys in Illinois →

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 Jane Ellen Montgomery

Where is Jane Ellen Montgomery's law office located?
Jane Ellen Montgomery's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Schiff Hardin LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jane Ellen Montgomery handle?
Jane Ellen Montgomery focuses on real estate, environmental, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Jane Ellen Montgomery practiced law?
Jane Ellen Montgomery has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Jane Ellen Montgomery go to law school?
Jane Ellen Montgomery earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.S. Secondary, 1980).
How can I contact Jane Ellen Montgomery for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Jane Ellen Montgomery received?
Jane Ellen Montgomery's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Northwestern University School of Law
- 1990
B.S. Secondary
University of Illinois
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1990

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