Atty. John P. Wolfsmith

Atty. John P. Wolfsmith

John P. Wolfsmith is a lawyer practicing litigation department, class action litigation, insurance litigation and counseling and 2 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 28 Years Experience 28 year
Call (312) 535-4941

Profile Summary

About John P. Wolfsmith at a glance

John P. Wolfsmith is an Off. of the IL Atty. Gen. based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on class action, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1998), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1998), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (2000). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1998) and Bradley University (B.A., 1995). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John P. Wolfsmith is a lawyer practicing litigation department, class action litigation, insurance litigation and counseling and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Bradley University in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • John practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

John P. Wolfsmith's Areas of Practice

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

Class Action

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Civil Litigation

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

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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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John P. Wolfsmith

Where is John P. Wolfsmith's law office located?
John P. Wolfsmith's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John P. Wolfsmith handle?
John P. Wolfsmith focuses on class action, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has John P. Wolfsmith practiced law?
John P. Wolfsmith has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did John P. Wolfsmith go to law school?
John P. Wolfsmith earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A., 1995).
How can I contact John P. Wolfsmith for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Illinois
- 1998
B.A.
Bradley University
- 1995

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1998
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 2000

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