Atty. Mark Lawrence McGowan

Atty. Mark Lawrence McGowan

Mark Lawrence McGowan is a lawyer practicing food and drug regulation, advertising law, litigation and 1 other area of law. Mark received a M.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1974, and has been licensed for 46 years.

Wilmette Wilmette 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Mark Lawrence McGowan at a glance

Mark Lawrence McGowan is a Coun. based in Wilmette, Illinois. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on litigation and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1980) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar (1982). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1980) and Northwestern University (M.A. University, 1974). Serands clients in Wilmette, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mark Lawrence McGowan is a lawyer practicing food and drug regulation, advertising law, litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Mark received a M.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1974, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Mark practices in Wilmette, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Mark Lawrence McGowan's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

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Entertainment & Sports 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 Wilmette 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 Mark Lawrence McGowan

Where is Mark Lawrence McGowan's law office located?
Mark Lawrence McGowan's law practice is located in Wilmette, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark Lawrence McGowan handle?
Mark Lawrence McGowan focuses on litigation, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Mark Lawrence McGowan practiced law?
Mark Lawrence McGowan has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Mark Lawrence McGowan go to law school?
Mark Lawrence McGowan earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (M.A. University, 1974).
How can I contact Mark Lawrence McGowan for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Illinois
- 1980
M.A. University
Northwestern University
- 1974

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar
Admitted: 1982

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