Atty. Lawrence R. Desideri

Atty. Lawrence R. Desideri

Lawrence R. Desideri is a lawyer practicing complex commercial litigation, white collar criminal defense, antitrust / trade law and 2 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Lawrence R. Desideri at a glance

Lawrence R. Desideri is a Managing Partner, Chicago Office based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Winston & Strawn LLP. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, class action, white collar, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1983), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1983), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1983). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1983) and Northern Illinois University (B.S., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Lawrence R. Desideri is a lawyer practicing complex commercial litigation, white collar criminal defense, antitrust / trade law and 2 other areas of law
  • Lawrence received a B.S. degree from Northern Illinois University in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Lawrence practices at Winston & Strawn LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Lawrence R. Desideri's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Class Action

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White Collar Crimes

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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 Lawrence R. Desideri

Where is Lawrence R. Desideri's law office located?
Lawrence R. Desideri's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Winston & Strawn LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lawrence R. Desideri handle?
Lawrence R. Desideri focuses on criminal defense, business, class action, white collar, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Lawrence R. Desideri practiced law?
Lawrence R. Desideri has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Lawrence R. Desideri go to law school?
Lawrence R. Desideri earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.S., 1980).
How can I contact Lawrence R. Desideri for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Lawrence R. Desideri received?
Lawrence R. Desideri's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Illinois
- 1983
B.S.
Northern Illinois University
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1983

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