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Atty. Laurie A. Holmes

Atty. Laurie A. Holmes

Ms. Laurie A.

Chicago Chicago 33 yrs experience 33 year
Call (412) 397-7278 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Laurie A. Holmes at a glance

Laurie A. Holmes is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on employment. Admitted to practice in New York (1993), District of Columbia (1994), and Illinois U.S. District Court, District of Columbia U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia (2004). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1992) and Manhattanville College (B.A., 1984). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Laurie A. Holmes is a lawyer practicing general practice, labor & employment
  • Laurie received a B.A. degree from Manhattanville College in 1984, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Laurie practices at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Laurie A. Holmes's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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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 Laurie A. Holmes

Where is Laurie A. Holmes's law office located?
Laurie A. Holmes's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Laurie A. Holmes handle?
Laurie A. Holmes focuses on employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Laurie A. Holmes practiced law?
Laurie A. Holmes has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Laurie A. Holmes go to law school?
Laurie A. Holmes earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact Laurie A. Holmes for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Georgetown University
- 1992
B.A.
Manhattanville College
- 1984

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1993
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1994
Illinois U.S. District Court, District of Columbia U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia
Admitted: 2004

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