Atty. Joseph C. Fitzgerald

Atty. Joseph C. Fitzgerald

Joseph C. Fitzgerald is a lawyer practicing land development, banking law, real estate.

Joliet Joliet 69 yrs experience 69 year
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Profile Summary

About Joseph C. Fitzgerald at a glance

Joseph C. Fitzgerald is a Member based in Joliet, Illinois, practicing at McKeown, Fitzgerald, Zollner, Buck, Hutchison & Ruttle. They have 69+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1957. Their practice focuses on business and real estate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1957). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1957) and University of Illinois (B.S., 1955). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Joliet, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joseph C. Fitzgerald is a lawyer practicing land development, banking law, real estate
  • Joseph received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1955, and has been licensed for 69 years
  • Joseph practices at McKeown, Fitzgerald, Zollner, Buck, Hutchison & Ruttle in Joliet, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph C. Fitzgerald's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph C. Fitzgerald 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.

Joseph C. Fitzgerald is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Joseph C. Fitzgerald is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →

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 Joliet 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 Joseph C. Fitzgerald

Where is Joseph C. Fitzgerald's law office located?
Joseph C. Fitzgerald's law practice is located in Joliet, Illinois. The firm is McKeown, Fitzgerald, Zollner, Buck, Hutchison & Ruttle. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph C. Fitzgerald handle?
Joseph C. Fitzgerald focuses on business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Joseph C. Fitzgerald practiced law?
Joseph C. Fitzgerald has 69+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1957.
Where did Joseph C. Fitzgerald go to law school?
Joseph C. Fitzgerald earned their education at (J.D., 1957); (B.S., 1955).
How can I contact Joseph C. Fitzgerald for a consultation?
You can contact Joseph C. Fitzgerald directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Joseph C. Fitzgerald received?
Joseph C. Fitzgerald's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Illinois
- 1957
B.S.
University of Illinois
- 1955

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1957

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