Atty. Joseph Rogers Derbis

Atty. Joseph Rogers Derbis

Mr. Joseph Rogers Derbis is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, commodities litigation, regulatory and 7 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 28 yrs experience 28 year
Call (312) 216-0424 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Joseph Rogers Derbis at a glance

Joseph Rogers Derbis is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Cantwell & Cantwell. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, white collar, securities, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1998), U.S. District Court, District of Maryland (1999), District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (2000), and U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia (2004). Educated at University of Notre Dame Law School (J.D., 1998) and Washington College (B.A., 1995). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Joseph Rogers Derbis is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, commodities litigation, regulatory and 7 other areas of law
  • Joseph received a B.A. degree from Washington College in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Joseph practices at Cantwell & Cantwell in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph Rogers Derbis's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Business & Corporate Law

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White Collar Crimes

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Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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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 Rogers Derbis

Where is Joseph Rogers Derbis's law office located?
Joseph Rogers Derbis's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Cantwell & Cantwell. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph Rogers Derbis handle?
Joseph Rogers Derbis focuses on criminal defense, business, white collar, securities, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Joseph Rogers Derbis practiced law?
Joseph Rogers Derbis has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Joseph Rogers Derbis go to law school?
Joseph Rogers Derbis earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A., 1995).
How can I contact Joseph Rogers Derbis for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Notre Dame Law School
- 1998
B.A.
Washington College
- 1995

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, District of Maryland
Admitted: 1999
District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 2000
U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia
Admitted: 2004
Illinois
Admitted: 2006
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 2007

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