Atty. John Patrick Fordyce

Atty. John Patrick Fordyce

John Patrick Fordyce is a lawyer practicing m&a and private equity, technology transactions, agricultural technology. John received a B.A. degree from University of Northern Iowa in 2008, and has been licensed for 15 years.

Chicago Chicago 15 Years Experience 15 year
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Profile Summary

About John Patrick Fordyce at a glance

John Patrick Fordyce is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Sidley Austin LLP. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Their practice focuses on m&a. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2011) and Kansas (2015). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 2011) and University of Northern Iowa (B.A., 2008). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Patrick Fordyce is a lawyer practicing m&a and private equity, technology transactions, agricultural technology
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Northern Iowa in 2008, and has been licensed for 15 years
  • John practices at Sidley Austin LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

John Patrick Fordyce's Areas of Practice

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

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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 Patrick Fordyce

Where is John Patrick Fordyce's law office located?
John Patrick Fordyce's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Sidley Austin LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Patrick Fordyce handle?
John Patrick Fordyce focuses on m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has John Patrick Fordyce practiced law?
John Patrick Fordyce has 15+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2011.
Where did John Patrick Fordyce go to law school?
John Patrick Fordyce earned their education at (J.D., 2011); (B.A., 2008).
How can I contact John Patrick Fordyce for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 2011
B.A.
University of Northern Iowa
- 2008

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2011
Kansas
Admitted: 2015

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