Atty. Matthew David Lahey

Atty. Matthew David Lahey

Matthew David Lahey is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, litigation. Matthew received a B.B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1993, and has been licensed for 27 years.

Chicago Chicago 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew David Lahey at a glance

Matthew David Lahey is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Schiff Hardin LLP. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on employment and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District o (1999) and Indiana (2020). Educated at University of Virginia School of Law (J.D., 1999) and University of Notre Dame (B.B.A. Finance, 1993). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Matthew David Lahey is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, litigation
  • Matthew received a B.B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1993, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Matthew practices at Schiff Hardin LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew David Lahey's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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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 Matthew David Lahey

Where is Matthew David Lahey's law office located?
Matthew David Lahey's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Schiff Hardin LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew David Lahey handle?
Matthew David Lahey focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Matthew David Lahey practiced law?
Matthew David Lahey has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Matthew David Lahey go to law school?
Matthew David Lahey earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.B.A. Finance, 1993).
How can I contact Matthew David Lahey for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Virginia School of Law
- 1999
B.B.A. Finance
University of Notre Dame
- 1993

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District o
Admitted: 1999
Indiana
Admitted: 2020

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