Atty. John Allison Darrow
Mr. John Allison Darrow is a lawyer practicing corporate, health care, institutional risk management & internal investigations.
Corporate & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 36+ Years Experience
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About John Allison Darrow at a Glance
John Allison Darrow is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Burke, Warren, MacKay & Serritella, P.C.. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on business and health care. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1990), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1990), and U.S. Supreme Court (1998). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1990) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1987). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional/Community Cross-Country and Track Coach, Notre Dame Grade School •State Champions, 2012 and 2014 American Health Lawyers Association, Member IESA Cross-Country Advisory Committee, Member. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John Allison Darrow
- Mr. John Allison Darrow is a lawyer practicing corporate, health care, institutional risk management & internal investigations
- John received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
- John practices at Burke, Warren, MacKay & Serritella, P.C. in Chicago, IL
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John Allison Darrow's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Allison Darrow handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Business & Corporate Law in Chicago
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
John Allison Darrow is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →
Health Care Law in Chicago
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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 venue, 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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chicago Choose John Allison Darrow
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish John Allison Darrow's practice in the field of business and health care.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John Allison Darrow brings 36+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, and U.S. Supreme Court, John Allison Darrow can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business and health care, John Allison Darrow can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means John Allison Darrow attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues John Allison Darrow Handles in Chicago
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