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Atty. Mary Ellen Dienes

Atty. Mary Ellen Dienes

Mary Ellen Dienes is a lawyer practicing appellate practice. Mary received a B.S. degree from Loyola University in 1964, and has been licensed for 57 years.

Chicago Chicago 57 yrs experience 57 year
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About Mary Ellen Dienes at a glance

Mary Ellen Dienes is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Mary Ellen Dienes. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on appellate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1969), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1969), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1970), and U.S. Supreme Court (1972). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1969) and Loyola University (B.S., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago Bar Association Women's Bar Association of Illinois Appellate Lawyers Association of Illinois. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mary Ellen Dienes is a lawyer practicing appellate practice
  • Mary received a B.S. degree from Loyola University in 1964, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • Mary practices at Mary Ellen Dienes in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Mary Ellen Dienes's Areas of Practice

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

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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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Where is Mary Ellen Dienes's law office located?
Mary Ellen Dienes's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Mary Ellen Dienes. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mary Ellen Dienes handle?
Mary Ellen Dienes focuses on appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Mary Ellen Dienes practiced law?
Mary Ellen Dienes has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did Mary Ellen Dienes go to law school?
Mary Ellen Dienes earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (B.S., 1964).
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What awards or recognition has Mary Ellen Dienes received?
Mary Ellen Dienes's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Northwestern University
- 1969
B.S.
Loyola University
- 1964

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1969
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1969
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1970
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1972

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