Atty. Lisa A. McGarrity

Atty. Lisa A. McGarrity

Lisa A. McGarrity is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, counseling & compliance, transportation and 3 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 38 Years Experience 38 year
Call (224) 452-5834

Profile Summary

About Lisa A. McGarrity at a glance

Lisa A. McGarrity is a employment, litigation, and energy attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit U.S. District (1988). Educated at Northwestern University School of Law (J.D., 1988) and University of Wisconsin at Madison (B.B.A. Finance, 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Lisa A. McGarrity is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, counseling & compliance, transportation and 3 other areas of law
  • Lisa received a B.B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin at Madison in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Lisa practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Lisa A. McGarrity's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lisa A. McGarrity 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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Civil Litigation

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

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Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

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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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Lisa A. McGarrity

Where is Lisa A. McGarrity's law office located?
Lisa A. McGarrity's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lisa A. McGarrity handle?
Lisa A. McGarrity focuses on employment, litigation, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Lisa A. McGarrity practiced law?
Lisa A. McGarrity has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Lisa A. McGarrity go to law school?
Lisa A. McGarrity earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.B.A. Finance, 1985).
How can I contact Lisa A. McGarrity for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Lisa A. McGarrity received?
Lisa A. McGarrity's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Northwestern University School of Law
- 1988
B.B.A. Finance
University of Wisconsin at Madison
- 1985

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit U.S. District
Admitted: 1988

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