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Atty. Matthew Joseph Hynes

Atty. Matthew Joseph Hynes

Matthew Joseph Hynes is a lawyer practicing public finance, government relations, state taxation and 3 other areas of law. Matthew has been licensed for 29 years.

Chicago Chicago 29 yrs experience 29 year
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About Matthew Joseph Hynes at a glance

Matthew Joseph Hynes is an Attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Chapman And Cutler Llp. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on tax, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1997). Educated at Loyola University Chicago School of Law (JD, 1999). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Matthew Joseph Hynes is a lawyer practicing public finance, government relations, state taxation and 3 other areas of law
  • Matthew has been licensed for 29 years
  • Matthew practices at Chapman and Cutler LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Joseph Hynes's Areas of Practice

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

Tax Law

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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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 Joseph Hynes

Where is Matthew Joseph Hynes's law office located?
Matthew Joseph Hynes's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Chapman And Cutler Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Joseph Hynes handle?
Matthew Joseph Hynes focuses on tax, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Matthew Joseph Hynes practiced law?
Matthew Joseph Hynes has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Matthew Joseph Hynes go to law school?
Matthew Joseph Hynes earned their education at (JD, 1999).
How can I contact Matthew Joseph Hynes for a consultation?
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Education

JD
Loyola University Chicago School of Law
- 1999

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1997

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