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Atty. Janet H. Gilbert

Atty. Janet H. Gilbert

Janet H. Gilbert is a lawyer practicing general practice.

Chicago Chicago 48 yrs experience 48 year
Call (312) 535-4941 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Janet H. Gilbert at a glance

Janet H. Gilbert is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Fletcher & Sippel LLC. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1978), U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1978), and Illinois (1984). Educated at Suffolk University (J.D., 1978) and Boston University (B.A., 1969). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Janet H. Gilbert is a lawyer practicing general practice
  • Janet received a B.A. degree from Boston University in 1969, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Janet practices at Fletcher & Sippel LLC in Chicago, IL

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 Janet H. Gilbert's law office located?
Janet H. Gilbert's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Fletcher & Sippel LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Janet H. Gilbert practiced law?
Janet H. Gilbert has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Janet H. Gilbert go to law school?
Janet H. Gilbert earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1969).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Suffolk University
- 1978
B.A.
Boston University
- 1969

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1978
Illinois
Admitted: 1984

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