Atty. Joanna Collias

Atty. Joanna Collias

Joanna Collias is a lawyer practicing antitrust / trade law, litigation, energy litigation and 2 other areas of law. Joanna received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1994, and has been licensed for 27 years.

Chicago Chicago 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About Joanna Collias at a glance

Joanna Collias is an Of Counsel based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Winston & Strawn LLP. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, m&a, white collar, litigation, and energy. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1999). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1999) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1994). Active member of Illinois State Bar Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joanna Collias is a lawyer practicing antitrust / trade law, litigation, energy litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • Joanna received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1994, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Joanna practices at Winston & Strawn LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Joanna Collias's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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White Collar Crimes

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Civil Litigation

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Energy & Utilities Law

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 Joanna Collias

Where is Joanna Collias's law office located?
Joanna Collias's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Winston & Strawn LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joanna Collias handle?
Joanna Collias focuses on criminal defense, m&a, white collar, litigation, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Joanna Collias practiced law?
Joanna Collias has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Joanna Collias go to law school?
Joanna Collias earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.A., 1994).
How can I contact Joanna Collias for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1999
B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1994

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1999

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