Atty. John Frederic Kuenstler

Atty. John Frederic Kuenstler

John Frederic Kuenstler is a lawyer practicing arbitration and grievances, class and collective actions, collective bargaining and 18 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years.

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Profile Summary

About John Frederic Kuenstler at a glance

John Frederic Kuenstler is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Barnes & Thornburg LLP. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on employment, ssd, m&a, wage & hour, and trade secrets. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1993) and California (2016). Educated at Washington University-St. Louis (J.D., 1993) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1990). Recognitions include CV Notable. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Frederic Kuenstler is a lawyer practicing arbitration and grievances, class and collective actions, collective bargaining and 18 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • John practices at Barnes & Thornburg LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

John Frederic Kuenstler's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

John Frederic Kuenstler is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Illinois →

Mergers & Acquisitions

John Frederic Kuenstler is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Illinois →

Wage & Hour Disputes

John Frederic Kuenstler is one of 4,935 wage & hour attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wage & hour attorneys in Illinois →

Trade Secrets

John Frederic Kuenstler is one of 6,644 trade secrets attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trade secrets attorneys in Illinois →

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 Frederic Kuenstler

Where is John Frederic Kuenstler's law office located?
John Frederic Kuenstler's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Barnes & Thornburg LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Frederic Kuenstler handle?
John Frederic Kuenstler focuses on employment, ssd, m&a, wage & hour, trade secrets. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has John Frederic Kuenstler practiced law?
John Frederic Kuenstler has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did John Frederic Kuenstler go to law school?
John Frederic Kuenstler earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1990).
How can I contact John Frederic Kuenstler for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Frederic Kuenstler received?
John Frederic Kuenstler's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
Washington University-St. Louis
- 1993
B.A.
University of Illinois
- 1990

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1993
California
Admitted: 2016

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