Atty. Jannis E. Goodnow

Atty. Jannis E. Goodnow

Atty. Jannis E.

Chicago Chicago 41 Years Experience 41 year
Call (312) 535-4941

Profile Summary

About Jannis E. Goodnow at a glance

Jannis E. Goodnow is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Walker Wilcox Matousek LLP. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on insurance. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1985), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin (1985), Illinois (1987), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1994). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1985) and Knox College (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Atty. Jannis E. Goodnow is a lawyer practicing insurance coverage litigation, professional liability
  • Jannis received a B.A. degree from Knox College in 1974, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Jannis practices at Walker Wilcox Matousek LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Jannis E. Goodnow's Areas of Practice

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

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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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 venue, 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 Jannis E. Goodnow

Where is Jannis E. Goodnow's law office located?
Jannis E. Goodnow's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Walker Wilcox Matousek LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jannis E. Goodnow handle?
Jannis E. Goodnow focuses on insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Jannis E. Goodnow practiced law?
Jannis E. Goodnow has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Jannis E. Goodnow go to law school?
Jannis E. Goodnow earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Jannis E. Goodnow for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Jannis E. Goodnow received?
Jannis E. Goodnow's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
DePaul University
- 1985
B.A.
Knox College
- 1974

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1985
Illinois
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1994
California
Admitted: 2009

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