Atty. John P. O'Malley

Atty. John P. O'Malley

John P. O'Malley is a lawyer practicing insurance coverage, litigation, intellectual property and 2 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About John P. O'Malley at a glance

John P. O'Malley is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Weber Gallagher Simpson Stapleton Fires & Newby, LLP. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on estate planning, real estate, ip, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1991), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1991), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1992), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1998). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1991) and Marquette University (B.S., 1987). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of Illinois State Bar Association (Member, Insurance Coverage Committee) Society of Trial Lawyers of Illinois Defense Research Institute Federal Trial Bar. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John P. O'Malley is a lawyer practicing insurance coverage, litigation, intellectual property and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from Marquette University in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • John practices at Weber Gallagher Simpson Stapleton Fires & Newby, LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

John P. O'Malley's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John P. O'Malley handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Real Estate Law

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

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

John P. O'Malley is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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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 P. O'Malley

Where is John P. O'Malley's law office located?
John P. O'Malley's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Weber Gallagher Simpson Stapleton Fires & Newby, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John P. O'Malley handle?
John P. O'Malley focuses on estate planning, real estate, ip, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has John P. O'Malley practiced law?
John P. O'Malley has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did John P. O'Malley go to law school?
John P. O'Malley earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S., 1987).
How can I contact John P. O'Malley for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John P. O'Malley received?
John P. O'Malley's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
DePaul University
- 1991
B.S.
Marquette University
- 1987

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1991
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1998

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