Atty. Jonathan Dorfman

Atty. Jonathan Dorfman

Jonathan Dorfman is a lawyer practicing general practice, securities & investment fraud, corporate governance and compliance and 2 other areas of law. Jonathan received a B.B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 2005, and has been licensed for 17 years.

Chicago Chicago 17 yrs experience 17 year
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Profile Summary

About Jonathan Dorfman at a glance

Jonathan Dorfman is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Sidley Austin LLP. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, securities, and consumer. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2009). Educated at Northwestern University School of Law (J.D., 2009) and University of Michigan (B.B.A., 2005). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jonathan Dorfman is a lawyer practicing general practice, securities & investment fraud, corporate governance and compliance and 2 other areas of law
  • Jonathan received a B.B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 2005, and has been licensed for 17 years
  • Jonathan practices at Sidley Austin LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Jonathan Dorfman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jonathan Dorfman 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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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Securities Law

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Consumer Protection

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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 Jonathan Dorfman

Where is Jonathan Dorfman's law office located?
Jonathan Dorfman'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 Jonathan Dorfman handle?
Jonathan Dorfman focuses on business, m&a, securities, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Jonathan Dorfman practiced law?
Jonathan Dorfman has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Jonathan Dorfman go to law school?
Jonathan Dorfman earned their education at (J.D., 2009); (B.B.A., 2005).
How can I contact Jonathan Dorfman for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Northwestern University School of Law
- 2009
B.B.A.
University of Michigan
- 2005

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2009

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