Atty. Marilyn Anne Pearson

Atty. Marilyn Anne Pearson

Marilyn Anne Pearson is a lawyer practicing admiralty & maritime, antitrust & trade law, bankruptcy & debt and 3 other areas of law. Marilyn received a B.A. degree from University of Minnesota in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years.

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Profile Summary

About Marilyn Anne Pearson at a glance

Marilyn Anne Pearson is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at DLA Piper LLP. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on formation, employment, bankruptcy, and maritime. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1976), District of Columbia (1979), and Illinois (2005). Educated at University of Minnesota (J.D., 1976) and University of Minnesota (B.A., 1973). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Marilyn Anne Pearson is a lawyer practicing admiralty & maritime, antitrust & trade law, bankruptcy & debt and 3 other areas of law
  • Marilyn received a B.A. degree from University of Minnesota in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Marilyn practices at DLA Piper LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Marilyn Anne Pearson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Marilyn Anne Pearson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business Formation

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Employment Law

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

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

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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 Marilyn Anne Pearson

Where is Marilyn Anne Pearson's law office located?
Marilyn Anne Pearson's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is DLA Piper LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Marilyn Anne Pearson handle?
Marilyn Anne Pearson focuses on formation, employment, bankruptcy, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Marilyn Anne Pearson practiced law?
Marilyn Anne Pearson has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Marilyn Anne Pearson go to law school?
Marilyn Anne Pearson earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact Marilyn Anne Pearson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Minnesota
- 1976
B.A.
University of Minnesota
- 1973

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1976
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1979
Illinois
Admitted: 2005

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