Atty. Jose Jorge Behar

Atty. Jose Jorge Behar

Mr. Jose Jorge Behar is a lawyer practicing litigation, employment discrimination, labor and employment law and 1 other area of law.

Chicago Chicago 36 yrs experience 36 year
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About Jose Jorge Behar at a glance

Jose Jorge Behar is a Chief based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on discrimination, employment, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circ (1990) and Indiana (2009). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1990) and University of Michigan (A.B., 1987). Provides legal services in Spanish. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Jose Jorge Behar is a lawyer practicing litigation, employment discrimination, labor and employment law and 1 other area of law
  • Jose received a A.B. degree from University of Michigan in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Jose practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Jose Jorge Behar's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jose Jorge Behar handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Workplace Discrimination

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Employment Law

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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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 Jose Jorge Behar

Where is Jose Jorge Behar's law office located?
Jose Jorge Behar's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jose Jorge Behar handle?
Jose Jorge Behar focuses on discrimination, employment, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Jose Jorge Behar practiced law?
Jose Jorge Behar has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
What languages does Jose Jorge Behar speak?
Jose Jorge Behar provides legal services in Spanish. Bilingual representation can be especially important when contracts, testimony, or court filings require accurate translation.
Where did Jose Jorge Behar go to law school?
Jose Jorge Behar earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (A.B., 1987).
How can I contact Jose Jorge Behar for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Northwestern University
- 1990
A.B.
University of Michigan
- 1987

Languages

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circ
Admitted: 1990
Indiana
Admitted: 2009

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