Atty. John M. Christian

Atty. John M. Christian

John M. Christian is a lawyer practicing commercial law, product liability, construction & development and 2 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About John M. Christian at a glance

John M. Christian is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Perkins Coie LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on business, product liability, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth, Seventh, Tenth and Eleventh Circuits (1974). Educated at University of Michigan Law School (J.D., 1973) and Princeton University (A.B., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago (Chairman: Tort Litigation Committee, 1986-1987 Special Task Force on Insurance, 1985-1986 Special Committee on Lawyers Professional Liability Insurance, 1987-1988) and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John M. Christian is a lawyer practicing commercial law, product liability, construction & development and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a A.B. degree from Princeton University in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • John practices at Perkins Coie LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

John M. Christian's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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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 M. Christian

Where is John M. Christian's law office located?
John M. Christian's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Perkins Coie LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John M. Christian handle?
John M. Christian focuses on business, product liability, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has John M. Christian practiced law?
John M. Christian has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did John M. Christian go to law school?
John M. Christian earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (A.B., 1970).
How can I contact John M. Christian for a consultation?
You can contact John M. Christian 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 M. Christian received?
John M. Christian's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Michigan Law School
- 1973
A.B.
Princeton University
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth, Seventh, Tenth and Eleventh Circuits
Admitted: 1974

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