Atty. Leslie James Carter

Atty. Leslie James Carter

Leslie James Carter is a lawyer practicing general practice, tax. Leslie received a B.S. degree from University of Scranton in 2003, and has been licensed for 17 years.

Chicago Chicago 17 yrs experience 17 year
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About Leslie James Carter at a glance

Leslie James Carter is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Sidley Austin LLP. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on tax. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2009). Educated at The University of Chicago Law School (J.D., 2009) and University of Scranton (B.S., 2003). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Leslie James Carter is a lawyer practicing general practice, tax
  • Leslie received a B.S. degree from University of Scranton in 2003, and has been licensed for 17 years
  • Leslie practices at Sidley Austin LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Leslie James Carter's Areas of Practice

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

Tax Law

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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 Leslie James Carter

Where is Leslie James Carter's law office located?
Leslie James Carter's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Sidley Austin LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Leslie James Carter handle?
Leslie James Carter focuses on tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Leslie James Carter practiced law?
Leslie James Carter has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Leslie James Carter go to law school?
Leslie James Carter earned their education at (J.D., 2009); (B.S., 2003).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
The University of Chicago Law School
- 2009
B.S.
University of Scranton
- 2003

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2009

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