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Atty. John Gerard Kelly

Atty. John Gerard Kelly

Mr. John Gerard Kelly is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice, nursing home abuse and neglect, personal injury and 10 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About John Gerard Kelly at a glance

John Gerard Kelly is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Sidley Austin LLP. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on contracts, medical malpractice, personal injury, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1986), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1986), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin (1991), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York (1992). Educated at Stanford University Law School (J.D., 1986) and Dartmouth College (A.B., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. John Gerard Kelly is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice, nursing home abuse and neglect, personal injury and 10 other areas of law
  • John received a A.B. degree from Dartmouth College in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • John practices at Sidley Austin LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

John Gerard Kelly's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

John Gerard Kelly is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Illinois →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

John Gerard Kelly is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

John Gerard Kelly is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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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 Gerard Kelly

Where is John Gerard Kelly's law office located?
John Gerard Kelly's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Sidley Austin LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Gerard Kelly handle?
John Gerard Kelly focuses on contracts, medical malpractice, personal injury, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has John Gerard Kelly practiced law?
John Gerard Kelly has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did John Gerard Kelly go to law school?
John Gerard Kelly earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (A.B., 1983).
How can I contact John Gerard Kelly for a consultation?
You can contact John Gerard Kelly directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has John Gerard Kelly received?
John Gerard Kelly's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Stanford University Law School
- 1986
A.B.
Dartmouth College
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, including Trial Bar
Admitted: 1996
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1999
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 2003
U.S. District Court, Western District of Tennessee
Admitted: 2008
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 2009
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 2010
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 2011
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 2012

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