Atty. Julissa Ruiz

Atty. Julissa Ruiz

Julissa Ruiz is a lawyer practicing civil, immigration law, criminal law and 3 other areas of law. Julissa received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, and has been licensed for 22 years.

Chicago Chicago 22 yrs experience 22 year
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Profile Summary

About Julissa Ruiz at a glance

Julissa Ruiz is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Katz Law Office, Ltd.. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, immigration, and zoning. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2004). Educated at Northern Illinois University College of Law, DeKalb, Illinois J.D. (—) and University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign B.A. Political Science/Policy Minor: French (—). Active member of Illinois State Bar Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Julissa Ruiz is a lawyer practicing civil, immigration law, criminal law and 3 other areas of law
  • Julissa received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, and has been licensed for 22 years
  • Julissa practices at Katz Law Office, Ltd. in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Julissa Ruiz's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Immigration Law

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Land Use & Zoning

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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 Julissa Ruiz

Where is Julissa Ruiz's law office located?
Julissa Ruiz's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Katz Law Office, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Julissa Ruiz handle?
Julissa Ruiz focuses on criminal defense, immigration, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Julissa Ruiz practiced law?
Julissa Ruiz has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
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Education

Northern Illinois University College of Law, DeKalb, Illinois J.D.
- In Progress
University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign B.A. Political Science/Policy Minor: French
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2004

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