Atty. Jeffrey David Colman

Atty. Jeffrey David Colman

Atty. Jeffrey David Colman is a lawyer practicing environmental and natural resources, criminal defense, litigation and 2 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Jeffrey David Colman at a glance

Jeffrey David Colman is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Jenner & Block LLP. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, class action, litigation, and environmental. Admitted to practice in California (Inactive) (1973), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1973), Illinois (1975), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1975). Educated at Stanford University (J.D., 1973) and University of Wisconsin (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Atty. Jeffrey David Colman is a lawyer practicing environmental and natural resources, criminal defense, litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • Jeffrey received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Jeffrey practices at Jenner & Block LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Jeffrey David Colman's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Class Action

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Civil Litigation

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Environmental Law

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

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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 Jeffrey David Colman

Where is Jeffrey David Colman's law office located?
Jeffrey David Colman's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Jenner & Block LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jeffrey David Colman handle?
Jeffrey David Colman focuses on criminal defense, class action, litigation, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Jeffrey David Colman practiced law?
Jeffrey David Colman has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Jeffrey David Colman go to law school?
Jeffrey David Colman earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact Jeffrey David Colman for a consultation?
You can contact Jeffrey David Colman directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Jeffrey David Colman received?
Jeffrey David Colman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Stanford University
- 1973
B.A.
University of Wisconsin
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California (Inactive)
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1973
Illinois
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, incl
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, District of Arizona and U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1993
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois
Admitted: 2001
Wisconsin
Admitted: 2020

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