Atty. Jonathan William Young
Jonathan William Young is a lawyer practicing restructuring & insolvency, commercial litigation, municipal insolvency and chapter 9 bankruptcy and 10 other areas of law. Jonathan received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 36+ Years Experience
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About Jonathan William Young at a Glance
Jonathan William Young is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Locke Lord LLP. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, litigation, consumer, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Supreme Court of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1990) and Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. District Court, Central District of (1990). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1990) and Yale University (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Memberships American Bankruptcy Institute Treasurer, Member, Board of Directors, Chicago Committee on Minorities in Large Law Firms. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jonathan William Young
- Jonathan William Young is a lawyer practicing restructuring & insolvency, commercial litigation, municipal insolvency and chapter 9 bankruptcy and 10 other areas of law
- Jonathan received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years
- Jonathan practices at Locke Lord LLP in Chicago, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Jonathan William Young's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jonathan William Young handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Business & Corporate Law in Chicago
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Bankruptcy & Debt in Chicago
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Civil Litigation in Chicago
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Consumer Protection in Chicago
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Insurance Law in Chicago
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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 venue, 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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chicago Choose Jonathan William Young
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Jonathan William Young's practice in the field of business, bankruptcy, litigation, consumer, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Jonathan William Young brings 36+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Supreme Court of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit and Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. District Court, Central District of, Jonathan William Young can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, bankruptcy, and litigation, Jonathan William Young can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Jonathan William Young attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Jonathan William Young Handles in Chicago
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