Atty. Martha A. Mills

Atty. Martha A. Mills

Martha A. Mills is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, constitutional law, civil rights litigation and 2 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 60 yrs experience 60 year
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Profile Summary

About Martha A. Mills at a glance

Martha A. Mills is a Co. Ct. J. based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, civil rights, and appellate. Admitted to practice in New York (1966), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1967), Mississippi (1968), and U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Mississippi (1968). Educated at University of Minnesota (J.D., 1965) and Macalester College (B.A., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Martha A. Mills is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, constitutional law, civil rights litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • Martha received a B.A. degree from Macalester College in 1964, and has been licensed for 60 years
  • Martha practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Martha A. Mills's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Martha A. Mills handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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Appellate Practice

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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 Martha A. Mills

Where is Martha A. Mills's law office located?
Martha A. Mills's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Martha A. Mills handle?
Martha A. Mills focuses on business, litigation, civil rights, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Martha A. Mills practiced law?
Martha A. Mills has 60+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1966.
Where did Martha A. Mills go to law school?
Martha A. Mills earned their education at (J.D., 1965); (B.A., 1964).
How can I contact Martha A. Mills for a consultation?
You can contact Martha A. Mills directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Martha A. Mills received?
Martha A. Mills's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Minnesota
- 1965
B.A.
Macalester College
- 1964

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1966
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1967
Mississippi
Admitted: 1968
U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Mississippi
Admitted: 1968
Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit, and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1970
U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Illinois
Admitted: 1970
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1987

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