Atty. John Patrick Scanlon

Atty. John Patrick Scanlon

John Patrick Scanlon is a lawyer practicing personal injury, wrongful death, products liability and 2 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Illinois Benedictine College in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Chicago Chicago 36 Years Experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About John Patrick Scanlon at a glance

John Patrick Scanlon is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Healy Scanlon Law Firm. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, workers comp, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1990) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois Indiana (1990). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1990) and Illinois Benedictine College (B.A. Honors, 1986). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Chair, Tort Law Section, 2001) Illinois Trial Lawyers Association (Chair, Products Liability Section, 2004-2007 Parliamentarian, 2007-2008, Illinois State Bar Association. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Patrick Scanlon is a lawyer practicing personal injury, wrongful death, products liability and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Illinois Benedictine College in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • John practices at Healy Scanlon Law Firm in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

John Patrick Scanlon's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Death

John Patrick Scanlon is one of 28,053 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Illinois →

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 Patrick Scanlon is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

John Patrick Scanlon is one of 49,806 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Illinois →

Product Liability

John Patrick Scanlon is one of 60,257 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Illinois →

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 Scanlon

Where is John Patrick Scanlon's law office located?
John Patrick Scanlon's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Healy Scanlon Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Patrick Scanlon handle?
John Patrick Scanlon focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, workers comp, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has John Patrick Scanlon practiced law?
John Patrick Scanlon has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did John Patrick Scanlon go to law school?
John Patrick Scanlon earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A. Honors, 1986).
How can I contact John Patrick Scanlon for a consultation?
You can contact John Patrick Scanlon 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 Patrick Scanlon received?
John Patrick Scanlon's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
DePaul University
- 1990
B.A. Honors
Illinois Benedictine College
- 1986

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois Indiana
Admitted: 1990

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