Atty. John August Glassgow

Atty. John August Glassgow

John August Glassgow is a lawyer practicing corporate, mergers and acquisitions, private equity and 4 other areas of law. John received a M.P.A. degree from Princeton University in 1998, and has been licensed for 28 years.

Chicago Chicago 28 yrs experience 28 year
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Profile Summary

About John August Glassgow at a glance

John August Glassgow is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Sheppard Mullin. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, government, and health care. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1998). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1998) and Princeton University (M.P.A. Domestic, 1998). Active member of Memberships Illinois State Bar Association School Board Co-Chairman, St and Ann’s Catholic Elementary School Chairman’s Advisory Council, Big Shoulders Fund. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John August Glassgow is a lawyer practicing corporate, mergers and acquisitions, private equity and 4 other areas of law
  • John received a M.P.A. degree from Princeton University in 1998, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • John practices at Sheppard Mullin in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

John August Glassgow's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John August Glassgow 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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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Government & Administrative Law

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Health Care Law

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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 John August Glassgow

Where is John August Glassgow's law office located?
John August Glassgow's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Sheppard Mullin. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John August Glassgow handle?
John August Glassgow focuses on business, m&a, government, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has John August Glassgow practiced law?
John August Glassgow has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did John August Glassgow go to law school?
John August Glassgow earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (M.P.A. Domestic, 1998).
How can I contact John August Glassgow for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Northwestern University
- 1998
M.P.A. Domestic
Princeton University
- 1998

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1998

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