Atty. Jill A. O'Donovan

Atty. Jill A. O'Donovan

Jill A. O'Donovan is a lawyer practicing ethics & professional responsibility, real estate, aviation law and 4 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 31 yrs experience 31 year
Call (312) 428-6320 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Jill A. O'Donovan at a glance

Jill A. O'Donovan is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Walker Wilcox Matousek LLP. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on real estate, insurance, and aviation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1995) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1995). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1995) and George Mason University (B.S., 1992). Active member of American Bar Association International Aviation Women's Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jill A. O'Donovan is a lawyer practicing ethics & professional responsibility, real estate, aviation law and 4 other areas of law
  • Jill received a B.S. degree from George Mason University in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Jill practices at Walker Wilcox Matousek LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Jill A. O'Donovan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jill A. O'Donovan 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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Insurance Law

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

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Aviation Law

Aviation attorneys for aircraft accidents, FAA regulation, pilot defense, and aviation industry matters.

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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 Jill A. O'Donovan

Where is Jill A. O'Donovan's law office located?
Jill A. O'Donovan'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 Jill A. O'Donovan handle?
Jill A. O'Donovan focuses on real estate, insurance, aviation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Jill A. O'Donovan practiced law?
Jill A. O'Donovan has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Jill A. O'Donovan go to law school?
Jill A. O'Donovan earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.S., 1992).
How can I contact Jill A. O'Donovan for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Iowa
- 1995
B.S.
George Mason University
- 1992

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1995

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