Atty. Matthew Thomas Volk

Atty. Matthew Thomas Volk

Matthew Thomas Volk is a lawyer practicing liability defense, appellate practice, family law and 2 other areas of law. Matthew received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1998, and has been licensed for 24 years.

Chicago Chicago 24 yrs experience 24 year
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About Matthew Thomas Volk at a glance

Matthew Thomas Volk is a divorce, family law, and appellate attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving, Ltd.. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2002) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (2002). Educated at University of Iowa College of Law (J.D., 2002) and Michigan State University (B.A., 1998). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Matthew Thomas Volk is a lawyer practicing liability defense, appellate practice, family law and 2 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1998, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • Matthew practices at Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving, Ltd. in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Thomas Volk's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Appellate Practice

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

Matthew Thomas Volk is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Illinois →

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 Thomas Volk

Where is Matthew Thomas Volk's law office located?
Matthew Thomas Volk's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Thomas Volk handle?
Matthew Thomas Volk focuses on divorce, family law, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Matthew Thomas Volk practiced law?
Matthew Thomas Volk has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Matthew Thomas Volk go to law school?
Matthew Thomas Volk earned their education at (J.D., 2002); (B.A., 1998).
How can I contact Matthew Thomas Volk for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Iowa College of Law
- 2002
B.A.
Michigan State University
- 1998

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2002
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 2002

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