Atty. Jonathan S. Massey

Atty. Jonathan S. Massey

Jonathan S. Massey is a lawyer practicing constitutional, antitrust & trade law, bankruptcy & debt.

Chicago Chicago 34 yrs experience 34 year
Call (312) 625-1981 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Jonathan S. Massey at a glance

Jonathan S. Massey is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Massey & Gail LLP. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy and civil rights. Admitted to practice in New York (1992), U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1993), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1993), and U.S. Supreme Court (1995). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1988) and Harvard University (A.B., 1985). Active member of The District of Columbia Bar New York State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jonathan S. Massey is a lawyer practicing constitutional, antitrust & trade law, bankruptcy & debt
  • Jonathan received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1985, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Jonathan practices at Massey & Gail LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Jonathan S. Massey's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jonathan S. Massey handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Bankruptcy & Debt

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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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 S. Massey

Where is Jonathan S. Massey's law office located?
Jonathan S. Massey's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Massey & Gail LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jonathan S. Massey handle?
Jonathan S. Massey focuses on bankruptcy, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Jonathan S. Massey practiced law?
Jonathan S. Massey has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Jonathan S. Massey go to law school?
Jonathan S. Massey earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (A.B., 1985).
How can I contact Jonathan S. Massey for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1988
A.B.
Harvard University
- 1985

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1993
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1993
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1995
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia
Admitted: 1997
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1998
U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia and Tenth Circuits
Admitted: 1998
Maryland
Admitted: 2004

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