Atty. Nancy L. Van Allen

Atty. Nancy L. Van Allen

Nancy L. Van Allen is a lawyer practicing employment litigation, employment law, employment discrimination.

Chicago Chicago 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Nancy L. Van Allen at a glance

Nancy L. Van Allen is a discrimination, employment, and litigation attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1981), Illinois (1982), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1985), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1987). Educated at University of Wisconsin Law School, Madison, Wisconsin (J.D., 1980) and University of Wisconsin - Parkside (B.A., 1975). Active member of Labor and Employment and Federal Civil Practice committees, Chicago Bar Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Nancy L. Van Allen is a lawyer practicing employment litigation, employment law, employment discrimination
  • Nancy received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin - Parkside in 1975, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Nancy practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Nancy L. Van Allen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Nancy L. Van Allen handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Workplace Discrimination

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Employment Law

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

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Nancy L. Van Allen

Where is Nancy L. Van Allen's law office located?
Nancy L. Van Allen's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Nancy L. Van Allen handle?
Nancy L. Van Allen focuses on discrimination, employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Nancy L. Van Allen practiced law?
Nancy L. Van Allen has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Nancy L. Van Allen go to law school?
Nancy L. Van Allen earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Nancy L. Van Allen for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Wisconsin Law School, Madison, Wisconsin
- 1980
B.A.
University of Wisconsin - Parkside
- 1975

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 1981
Illinois
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1987

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