Atty. John William Watson III

Atty. John William Watson III

John William Watson III is a lawyer practicing admiralty & maritime, antitrust & trade law, bankruptcy & debt and 8 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from St.

Chicago Chicago 38 yrs experience 38 year
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About John William Watson III at a glance

John William Watson III is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Baker And Mckenzie Llp. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on formation, bankruptcy, litigation, environmental, and maritime. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1988). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 1988) and St. Olaf College (B.A., 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John William Watson III is a lawyer practicing admiralty & maritime, antitrust & trade law, bankruptcy & debt and 8 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from St. Olaf College in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • John practices at Baker & McKenzie LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

John William Watson III's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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Civil Litigation

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Environmental Law

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Maritime & Admiralty 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 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 William Watson III

Where is John William Watson III's law office located?
John William Watson III's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Baker And Mckenzie Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John William Watson III handle?
John William Watson III focuses on formation, bankruptcy, litigation, environmental, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has John William Watson III practiced law?
John William Watson III has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did John William Watson III go to law school?
John William Watson III earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1985).
How can I contact John William Watson III for a consultation?
You can contact John William Watson III 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 William Watson III received?
John William Watson III's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Chicago-Kent College of Law
- 1988
B.A.
St. Olaf College
- 1985

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1988

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