Atty. John M. Burke

Atty. John M. Burke

Member, Loyola Law Review, 1964-1965. Author: "Torts of Minors," Illinois Bar Journal, May, 1964.

Libertyville Libertyville 61 yrs experience 61 year
Call (551) 414-6651 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John M. Burke at a glance

John M. Burke is an Of Counsel based in Libertyville, Illinois, practicing at Dudley & Lake LLC. They have 61+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1965. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, product liability, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1965), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1965), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1966), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana (1987). Educated at Loyola University (J.D., 1965) and Loyola University (B.B.A., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago, Illinois State. Serands clients in Libertyville, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

Member, Loyola Law Review, 1964-1965

Author

"Torts of Minors," Illinois Bar Journal, May, 1964

Lecturer

  • 1979-Chicago Bar Association-Toxic Torts
  • 1980-Illinois State Bar Association-Update Seminar
  • 1981-Illinois State Bar Association-Update Seminar
  • 1982-Illinois State Bar Association-Insurance and Tort Law Seminar
  • 1983-Illinois State Bar Association-Update Seminar
  • 1984-Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education-Trial Demonstration-Psychic Trauma
  • 1985-Illinois Trial Lawyers Seminar-Examination of Expert Witnesses
  • 1987-Chicago Bar Association-Tort Reform
  • 1997-Illinois Bar Association-Settlement Seminar
  • Attorney, Village of Wheeling, 1975-1977
  • Member, National Panel of Arbitrators, American Arbitration Association

Practice Areas Explained

John M. Burke's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

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

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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.

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Product Liability

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Appellate Practice

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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 Libertyville 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 M. Burke

Where is John M. Burke's law office located?
John M. Burke's law practice is located in Libertyville, Illinois. The firm is Dudley & Lake LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John M. Burke handle?
John M. Burke focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, product liability, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has John M. Burke practiced law?
John M. Burke has 61+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1965.
Where did John M. Burke go to law school?
John M. Burke earned their education at (J.D., 1965); (B.B.A., 1964).
How can I contact John M. Burke for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John M. Burke received?
John M. Burke's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Loyola University
- 1965
B.B.A.
Loyola University
- 1964

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1965
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1965
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1966
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana
Admitted: 1987
New Jersey
Admitted: 1997

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