Atty. John Dearden Donlevy

Atty. John Dearden Donlevy

I place a strong emphasis on providing my clients with personalized attention and responsive legal service. I treat every client with respect, care and compassion and work my hardest to develop...

Chicago Chicago 69 yrs experience 69 year
Call (224) 312-2439 Book Appointment

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About John Dearden Donlevy at a glance

John Dearden Donlevy is a Principal based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Law Offices of John D. Donlevy. They have 69+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1957. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, business, and white collar. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit U (1957) and Indiana (2009). Educated at University of Chicago (J.D., 1957) and Stanford University, Northwestern University (B.S., 1954). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Practice Areas Explained

John Dearden Donlevy's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Dearden Donlevy handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Drug Crimes

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Criminal Defense

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Business & Corporate Law

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White Collar Crimes

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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 Dearden Donlevy

Where is John Dearden Donlevy's law office located?
John Dearden Donlevy's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Law Offices of John D. Donlevy. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Dearden Donlevy handle?
John Dearden Donlevy focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, business, white collar. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has John Dearden Donlevy practiced law?
John Dearden Donlevy has 69+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1957.
Where did John Dearden Donlevy go to law school?
John Dearden Donlevy earned their education at (J.D., 1957); (B.S., 1954).
How can I contact John Dearden Donlevy for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Dearden Donlevy received?
John Dearden Donlevy's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Chicago
- 1957
B.S.
Stanford University, Northwestern University
- 1954

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit U
Admitted: 1957
Indiana
Admitted: 2009

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