Atty. Joseph L. Motto

Atty. Joseph L. Motto

Joseph L. Motto is a lawyer practicing antitrust litigation, litigation, securities litigation and 2 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 18 yrs experience 18 year
Call (312) 535-4941 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Joseph L. Motto at a glance

Joseph L. Motto is a white collar, securities, litigation, and consumer attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Admitted to practice in Illinois Indiana (2008). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 2008) and Northwestern University (B.A., 2005). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joseph L. Motto is a lawyer practicing antitrust litigation, litigation, securities litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • Joseph received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 2005, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • Joseph practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph L. Motto's Areas of Practice

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

White Collar Crimes

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Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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Consumer Protection

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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 L. Motto

Where is Joseph L. Motto's law office located?
Joseph L. Motto's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph L. Motto handle?
Joseph L. Motto focuses on white collar, securities, litigation, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Joseph L. Motto practiced law?
Joseph L. Motto has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did Joseph L. Motto go to law school?
Joseph L. Motto earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (B.A., 2005).
How can I contact Joseph L. Motto for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Iowa
- 2008
B.A.
Northwestern University
- 2005

Bar Admissions

Illinois Indiana
Admitted: 2008

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