Atty. Katherine Wheaton Warner

Atty. Katherine Wheaton Warner

Katherine Wheaton Warner is a lawyer practicing litigation. Katherine received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 2005, and has been licensed for 17 years.

Chicago Chicago 17 yrs experience 17 year
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Profile Summary

About Katherine Wheaton Warner at a glance

Katherine Wheaton Warner is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Kirkland & Ellis LLP. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2009). Educated at University of Michigan Law School (J.D., 2009) and Northwestern University (B.A. History, 2005). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Katherine Wheaton Warner is a lawyer practicing litigation
  • Katherine received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 2005, and has been licensed for 17 years
  • Katherine practices at Kirkland & Ellis LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Katherine Wheaton Warner's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Katherine Wheaton Warner

Where is Katherine Wheaton Warner's law office located?
Katherine Wheaton Warner's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Kirkland & Ellis LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Katherine Wheaton Warner handle?
Katherine Wheaton Warner focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Katherine Wheaton Warner practiced law?
Katherine Wheaton Warner has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Katherine Wheaton Warner go to law school?
Katherine Wheaton Warner earned their education at (J.D., 2009); (B.A. History, 2005).
How can I contact Katherine Wheaton Warner for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Michigan Law School
- 2009
B.A. History
Northwestern University
- 2005

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2009

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