Atty. Mary Ellen Cagney

Atty. Mary Ellen Cagney

Mary Ellen Cagney is a lawyer practicing nursing home abuse and neglect, medical malpractice, serious personal injury and 1 other area of law. Mary received a B.A. degree from Newton College of the Sacred Heart, now Boston College in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years.

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Profile Summary

About Mary Ellen Cagney at a glance

Mary Ellen Cagney is a Principal based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and nursing home. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1976), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1976), and U.S. Supreme Court (1995). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1976) and Newton College of the Sacred Heart, now Boston College (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mary Ellen Cagney is a lawyer practicing nursing home abuse and neglect, medical malpractice, serious personal injury and 1 other area of law
  • Mary received a B.A. degree from Newton College of the Sacred Heart, now Boston College in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Mary practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Mary Ellen Cagney's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mary Ellen Cagney handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Wrongful Death

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect

Mary Ellen Cagney is one of 6,002 nursing home attorneys indexed nationally. Browse nursing home attorneys in Illinois →

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 Mary Ellen Cagney

Where is Mary Ellen Cagney's law office located?
Mary Ellen Cagney's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mary Ellen Cagney handle?
Mary Ellen Cagney focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, nursing home. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Mary Ellen Cagney practiced law?
Mary Ellen Cagney has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Mary Ellen Cagney go to law school?
Mary Ellen Cagney earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Mary Ellen Cagney for a consultation?
You can contact Mary Ellen Cagney 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 Mary Ellen Cagney received?
Mary Ellen Cagney's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
DePaul University
- 1976
B.A.
Newton College of the Sacred Heart, now Boston College
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1995

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