Atty. Matthew Patrick Connelly

Atty. Matthew Patrick Connelly

Matthew Patrick Connelly is a lawyer practicing commercial/securities litigation, construction/design defect litigation, transportation/common carrier liability and 11 other areas of law. Matthew received a B.S. degree from Western Illinois University in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years.

Chicago Chicago 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew Patrick Connelly at a glance

Matthew Patrick Connelly is a Principal based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Connelly Law Group LLC. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on copyright, employment, business, class action, and securities. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1995), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1995), Missouri (2005), and Indiana Wisconsin U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal (2024). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1995) and Western Illinois University (B.S., 1992). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Matthew Patrick Connelly is a lawyer practicing commercial/securities litigation, construction/design defect litigation, transportation/common carrier liability and 11 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a B.S. degree from Western Illinois University in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Matthew practices at Connelly Law Group LLC in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Patrick Connelly's Areas of Practice

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

Copyright Law

Matthew Patrick Connelly is one of 17,495 copyright attorneys indexed nationally. Browse copyright attorneys in Illinois →

Employment Law

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

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Class Action

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Securities 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 Patrick Connelly

Where is Matthew Patrick Connelly's law office located?
Matthew Patrick Connelly's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Connelly Law Group LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Patrick Connelly handle?
Matthew Patrick Connelly focuses on copyright, employment, business, class action, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Matthew Patrick Connelly practiced law?
Matthew Patrick Connelly has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Matthew Patrick Connelly go to law school?
Matthew Patrick Connelly earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.S., 1992).
How can I contact Matthew Patrick Connelly for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Matthew Patrick Connelly received?
Matthew Patrick Connelly's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1995
B.S.
Western Illinois University
- 1992

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1995
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1995
Missouri
Admitted: 2005
Indiana Wisconsin U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal
Admitted: 2024

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