Atty. John M. Lagattuta

Atty. John M. Lagattuta

John M. Lagattuta is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, criminal law, divorce law and 1 other area of law.

Chicago Chicago 41 yrs experience 41 year
Call (312) 535-4941 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John M. Lagattuta at a glance

John M. Lagattuta is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at John M. Lagattuta. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on divorce, personal injury, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1985). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1985) and DePaul University (B.S., 1982). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John M. Lagattuta is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, criminal law, divorce law and 1 other area of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from DePaul University in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • John practices at John M. Lagattuta in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

John M. Lagattuta's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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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.

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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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. Lagattuta

Where is John M. Lagattuta's law office located?
John M. Lagattuta's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is John M. Lagattuta. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John M. Lagattuta handle?
John M. Lagattuta focuses on divorce, personal injury, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has John M. Lagattuta practiced law?
John M. Lagattuta has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did John M. Lagattuta go to law school?
John M. Lagattuta earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.S., 1982).
How can I contact John M. Lagattuta for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
DePaul University
- 1985
B.S.
DePaul University
- 1982

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1985

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