Atty. Joel Steven Feldman

Atty. Joel Steven Feldman

Joel Steven Feldman is a lawyer practicing business, financial services/consumer class actions, company stock litigation and 5 other areas of law. Joel received a B.A. degree from Oberlin College in 1974, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Chicago Chicago 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About Joel Steven Feldman at a glance

Joel Steven Feldman is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Sidley Austin LLP. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on business, class action, litigation, and consumer. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1979), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1980), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, including Trial Bar (1986), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (2001). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 1979) and Oberlin College (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago (Chair: Securities Litigation Subcommittee, 1991-1993) and American (Chair, Secondary Liability Subcommittee, 1992-1994) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joel Steven Feldman is a lawyer practicing business, financial services/consumer class actions, company stock litigation and 5 other areas of law
  • Joel received a B.A. degree from Oberlin College in 1974, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Joel practices at Sidley Austin LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Joel Steven Feldman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joel Steven Feldman 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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Class Action

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Civil Litigation

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Consumer Protection

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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 Joel Steven Feldman

Where is Joel Steven Feldman's law office located?
Joel Steven Feldman's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Sidley Austin LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joel Steven Feldman handle?
Joel Steven Feldman focuses on business, class action, litigation, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Joel Steven Feldman practiced law?
Joel Steven Feldman has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Joel Steven Feldman go to law school?
Joel Steven Feldman earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Joel Steven Feldman for a consultation?
You can contact Joel Steven Feldman 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 Joel Steven Feldman received?
Joel Steven Feldman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1979
B.A.
Oberlin College
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, including Trial Bar
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 2001
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 2002
U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan
Admitted: 2005
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois
Admitted: 2007
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 2010

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