Atty. John Dames

Atty. John Dames

John Dames is a lawyer practicing financial markets and services, commercial litigation, business disputes and 1 other area of law. John received a M.A. degree from Indiana University in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years.

Chicago Chicago 55 yrs experience 55 year
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Profile Summary

About John Dames at a glance

John Dames is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on business, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. Supreme Court U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois U.S. District Court, N (1971). Educated at Loyola University Chicago School of Law (J.D., 1971) and Indiana University (M.A. Russian, 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Dames is a lawyer practicing financial markets and services, commercial litigation, business disputes and 1 other area of law
  • John received a M.A. degree from Indiana University in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • John practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

John Dames's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Dames 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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Product Liability

John Dames is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Illinois →

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 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 Dames

Where is John Dames's law office located?
John Dames's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Dames handle?
John Dames focuses on business, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has John Dames practiced law?
John Dames has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did John Dames go to law school?
John Dames earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (M.A. Russian, 1968).
How can I contact John Dames for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Dames received?
John Dames's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Loyola University Chicago School of Law
- 1971
M.A. Russian
Indiana University
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. Supreme Court U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois U.S. District Court, N
Admitted: 1971

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