Atty. Jay Michael Kertez

Atty. Jay Michael Kertez

Jay Michael Kertez is a lawyer practicing labor & employment, state, local and municipal law, real estate. Jay received a B.S. degree from Illinois Institute of Technology in 1979, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Chicago Chicago 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Jay Michael Kertez at a glance

Jay Michael Kertez is an Asst. Corp. Coun., City Law Dept. based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on employment, real estate, and government. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1985) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1985). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1985) and Illinois Institute of Technology (B.S., 1979). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jay Michael Kertez is a lawyer practicing labor & employment, state, local and municipal law, real estate
  • Jay received a B.S. degree from Illinois Institute of Technology in 1979, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Jay practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Jay Michael Kertez's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jay Michael Kertez 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.

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Real Estate Law

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

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 Jay Michael Kertez

Where is Jay Michael Kertez's law office located?
Jay Michael Kertez's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jay Michael Kertez handle?
Jay Michael Kertez focuses on employment, real estate, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Jay Michael Kertez practiced law?
Jay Michael Kertez has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Jay Michael Kertez go to law school?
Jay Michael Kertez earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.S., 1979).
How can I contact Jay Michael Kertez for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Northwestern University
- 1985
B.S.
Illinois Institute of Technology
- 1979

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1985

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