Atty. Josef S. Athanas

Atty. Josef S. Athanas

Josef S. Athanas is a lawyer practicing derivatives, restructuring, insolvency and workouts.

Chicago Chicago 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Josef S. Athanas at a glance

Josef S. Athanas is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Latham & Watkins LLP. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1991). Educated at University of Chicago Law School (J.D., 1991) and Indiana University (B.S., 1988). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Josef S. Athanas is a lawyer practicing derivatives, restructuring, insolvency and workouts
  • Josef received a B.S. degree from Indiana University in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Josef practices at Latham & Watkins LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Josef S. Athanas's Areas of Practice

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

Bankruptcy & Debt

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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 Josef S. Athanas

Where is Josef S. Athanas's law office located?
Josef S. Athanas's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Latham & Watkins LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Josef S. Athanas handle?
Josef S. Athanas focuses on bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Josef S. Athanas practiced law?
Josef S. Athanas has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Josef S. Athanas go to law school?
Josef S. Athanas earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S., 1988).
How can I contact Josef S. Athanas for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Josef S. Athanas received?
Josef S. Athanas's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Chicago Law School
- 1991
B.S.
Indiana University
- 1988

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1991

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