Atty. John Phelps Davey

Atty. John Phelps Davey

John Phelps Davey is a lawyer practicing real estate. John received a A.B. degree from University of Chicago, and has been licensed for 64 years.

Chicago Chicago 64 yrs experience 64 year
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About John Phelps Davey at a glance

John Phelps Davey is an Of Counsel based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Gerstner & Gerstner. They have 64+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1962. Their practice focuses on real estate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1962). Educated at University of Chicago (J.D., 1962) and University of Chicago A.B. (—). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Phelps Davey is a lawyer practicing real estate
  • John received a A.B. degree from University of Chicago, and has been licensed for 64 years
  • John practices at Gerstner & Gerstner in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

John Phelps Davey's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

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

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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 Phelps Davey

Where is John Phelps Davey's law office located?
John Phelps Davey's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Gerstner & Gerstner. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Phelps Davey handle?
John Phelps Davey focuses on real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has John Phelps Davey practiced law?
John Phelps Davey has 64+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1962.
Where did John Phelps Davey go to law school?
John Phelps Davey earned their education at (J.D., 1962); (—).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Chicago
- 1962
University of Chicago A.B.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1962

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