Atty. Matthew Alexander Clemente

Atty. Matthew Alexander Clemente

Matthew Alexander Clemente is a lawyer practicing corporate reorganization and bankruptcy. Matthew received a B.S. degree from Northern Illinois University in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years.

Chicago Chicago 28 yrs experience 28 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew Alexander Clemente at a glance

Matthew Alexander Clemente is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Sidley Austin LLP. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1998), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1998), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (2003), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (2006). Educated at Northern Illinois University (B.S., 1995) and University of Illinois College of Law (J.D., 1988). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Matthew Alexander Clemente is a lawyer practicing corporate reorganization and bankruptcy
  • Matthew received a B.S. degree from Northern Illinois University in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Matthew practices at Sidley Austin LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Alexander Clemente's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew Alexander Clemente handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Bankruptcy & Debt

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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 Matthew Alexander Clemente

Where is Matthew Alexander Clemente's law office located?
Matthew Alexander Clemente's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Sidley Austin LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Alexander Clemente handle?
Matthew Alexander Clemente focuses on bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Matthew Alexander Clemente practiced law?
Matthew Alexander Clemente has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Matthew Alexander Clemente go to law school?
Matthew Alexander Clemente earned their education at (B.S., 1995); (J.D., 1988).
How can I contact Matthew Alexander Clemente for a consultation?
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Education

B.S.
Northern Illinois University
- 1995
J.D.
University of Illinois College of Law
- 1988

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 2003
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 2006

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