Atty. John Kevin Lyons
John Kevin Lyons is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy / chapter 11. John received a degree from Georgetown University in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years.
Bankruptcy Chapter 11 Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 37+ Years Experience
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About John Kevin Lyons at a Glance
John Kevin Lyons is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy and chapter 11. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1989). Educated at Villanova Law School (J.D., 1989) and Georgetown University (B.S.F.S., 1986). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John Kevin Lyons
- John Kevin Lyons is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy / chapter 11
- John received a degree from Georgetown University in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
- John practices at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP in Chicago, IL
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John Kevin Lyons's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Kevin Lyons handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Bankruptcy & Debt in Chicago
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
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Chapter 11 Bankruptcy in Chicago
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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 venue, 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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chicago Choose John Kevin Lyons
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish John Kevin Lyons's practice in the field of bankruptcy and chapter 11.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John Kevin Lyons brings 37+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering bankruptcy and chapter 11, John Kevin Lyons can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means John Kevin Lyons attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues John Kevin Lyons Handles in Chicago
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