Atty. Lawrence M. Templer
Lawrence M. Templer is a lawyer practicing ethics & professional responsibility, commercial litigation, legal professional responsibility and 1 other area of law.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 55+ Years Experience
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About Lawrence M. Templer at a Glance
Lawrence M. Templer is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Jolivette & Templer, P.C.. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1971) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar (1971). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1971) and University of Illinois (B.S., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago (Member, Committee on Alternative Dispute Resolution) and Illinois State (Member, Former and Current Chairman on Committee on Professional Conduct Member, 1982— Chairman, 1984-1986, 2012) Bar Associations. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Lawrence M. Templer
- Lawrence M. Templer is a lawyer practicing ethics & professional responsibility, commercial litigation, legal professional responsibility and 1 other area of law
- Lawrence received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years
- Lawrence practices at Jolivette & Templer, P.C. in Chicago, IL
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Lawrence M. Templer's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lawrence M. Templer handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Business & Corporate Law in Chicago
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Civil Litigation in Chicago
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Mediation & Arbitration in Chicago
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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 venue, 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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chicago Choose Lawrence M. Templer
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Lawrence M. Templer's practice in the field of business, litigation, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Lawrence M. Templer brings 55+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar, Lawrence M. Templer can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, litigation, and adr, Lawrence M. Templer can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Lawrence M. Templer attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Lawrence M. Templer Handles in Chicago
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