Atty. Joseph Charles Russo

Atty. Joseph Charles Russo

Mr. Joseph Charles Russo is a lawyer practicing litigation, civil rights, municipal law.

Chicago Chicago 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About Joseph Charles Russo at a glance

Joseph Charles Russo is a Mayor's Off. for People With Disabilities based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on litigation, civil rights, and government. Admitted to practice in New York (1990), District of Columbia (1992), and Illinois (2006). Educated at New York University (J.D., 1989) and Georgetown University (B.A., 1986). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Joseph Charles Russo is a lawyer practicing litigation, civil rights, municipal law
  • Joseph received a B.A. degree from Georgetown University in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Joseph practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph Charles Russo's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph Charles Russo handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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Government & Administrative Law

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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 Joseph Charles Russo

Where is Joseph Charles Russo's law office located?
Joseph Charles Russo's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph Charles Russo handle?
Joseph Charles Russo focuses on litigation, civil rights, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Joseph Charles Russo practiced law?
Joseph Charles Russo has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Joseph Charles Russo go to law school?
Joseph Charles Russo earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1986).
How can I contact Joseph Charles Russo for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
New York University
- 1989
B.A.
Georgetown University
- 1986

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1990
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1992
Illinois
Admitted: 2006

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