Atty. Joe Allen Sutherland

Atty. Joe Allen Sutherland

Joe Allen Sutherland is a lawyer practicing business law, litigation. Joe received a B.A. degree from Texas Christian University in 1955, and has been licensed for 67 years.

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Profile Summary

About Joe Allen Sutherland at a glance

Joe Allen Sutherland is a business and litigation attorney based in Niles, Illinois. They have 67+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1959. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1959), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, including Trial Bar (1959), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1971), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1971). Educated at University of Chicago (J.D., 1958) and Texas Christian University (B.A., 1955). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Niles, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Joe Allen Sutherland is a lawyer practicing business law, litigation
  • Joe received a B.A. degree from Texas Christian University in 1955, and has been licensed for 67 years
  • Joe practices in Niles, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Joe Allen Sutherland's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Niles 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 Joe Allen Sutherland

Where is Joe Allen Sutherland's law office located?
Joe Allen Sutherland's law practice is located in Niles, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joe Allen Sutherland handle?
Joe Allen Sutherland focuses on business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Joe Allen Sutherland practiced law?
Joe Allen Sutherland has 67+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1959.
Where did Joe Allen Sutherland go to law school?
Joe Allen Sutherland earned their education at (J.D., 1958); (B.A., 1955).
How can I contact Joe Allen Sutherland for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Joe Allen Sutherland received?
Joe Allen Sutherland's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Chicago
- 1958
B.A.
Texas Christian University
- 1955

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1959
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, including Trial Bar
Admitted: 1959
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1971
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1971
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1997

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