Atty. John-Paul Benitez

Atty. John-Paul Benitez

John-Paul Benitez is a lawyer practicing technology, entrepreneurial and commercial practice, art law team, commercial practice team and 3 other areas of law. John-Paul received a B.A. degree from Indiana University in 2005, and has been licensed for 18 years.

Chicago Chicago 18 yrs experience 18 year
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Profile Summary

About John-Paul Benitez at a glance

John-Paul Benitez is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on business and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2008). Educated at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (J.D., 2008) and Indiana University (B.A., 2005). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John-Paul Benitez is a lawyer practicing technology, entrepreneurial and commercial practice, art law team, commercial practice team and 3 other areas of law
  • John-Paul received a B.A. degree from Indiana University in 2005, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • John-Paul practices at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

John-Paul Benitez's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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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-Paul Benitez

Where is John-Paul Benitez's law office located?
John-Paul Benitez's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John-Paul Benitez handle?
John-Paul Benitez focuses on business, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has John-Paul Benitez practiced law?
John-Paul Benitez has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did John-Paul Benitez go to law school?
John-Paul Benitez earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (B.A., 2005).
How can I contact John-Paul Benitez for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 2008
B.A.
Indiana University
- 2005

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2008

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