Atty. Marla Shade Harris

Atty. Marla Shade Harris

Marla Shade Harris is a lawyer practicing litigation, white collar criminal defense, criminal defense. Marla received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign in 1997, and has been licensed for 26 years.

Chicago Chicago 26 yrs experience 26 year
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About Marla Shade Harris at a glance

Marla Shade Harris is an Off. of Governor Pat Quinn | State of IL based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, white collar, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (2000). Educated at University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, College of Law (J.D., 2000) and University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign (B.A. English, 1997). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Marla Shade Harris is a lawyer practicing litigation, white collar criminal defense, criminal defense
  • Marla received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign in 1997, and has been licensed for 26 years
  • Marla practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Marla Shade Harris's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Marla Shade Harris handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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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 Marla Shade Harris

Where is Marla Shade Harris's law office located?
Marla Shade Harris's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Marla Shade Harris handle?
Marla Shade Harris focuses on criminal defense, white collar, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Marla Shade Harris practiced law?
Marla Shade Harris has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did Marla Shade Harris go to law school?
Marla Shade Harris earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.A. English, 1997).
How can I contact Marla Shade Harris for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, College of Law
- 2000
B.A. English
University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
- 1997

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 2000

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