Atty. Patrick Francis Cleary

Atty. Patrick Francis Cleary

Patrick Francis Cleary is a lawyer practicing communications & media, ethics & professional responsibility, probate and 5 other areas of law. Patrick received a B.A. degree from Western Illinois University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years.

Glen Ellyn Glen Ellyn 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About Patrick Francis Cleary at a glance

Patrick Francis Cleary is a Member based in Glen Ellyn, Illinois, practicing at Patrick F. Cleary. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on probate, employment, real estate, product liability, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1976) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1976). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 1976) and Western Illinois University (B.A., 1973). Active member of DuPage County and Illinois State (Member, General Practice Solo and Small Firm Section) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Glen Ellyn, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Patrick Francis Cleary is a lawyer practicing communications & media, ethics & professional responsibility, probate and 5 other areas of law
  • Patrick received a B.A. degree from Western Illinois University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Patrick practices at Patrick F. Cleary in Glen Ellyn, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Patrick Francis Cleary's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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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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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Product Liability

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Insurance 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 Glen Ellyn 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 Patrick Francis Cleary

Where is Patrick Francis Cleary's law office located?
Patrick Francis Cleary's law practice is located in Glen Ellyn, Illinois. The firm is Patrick F. Cleary. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Patrick Francis Cleary handle?
Patrick Francis Cleary focuses on probate, employment, real estate, product liability, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Patrick Francis Cleary practiced law?
Patrick Francis Cleary has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Patrick Francis Cleary go to law school?
Patrick Francis Cleary earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact Patrick Francis Cleary for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Chicago-Kent College of Law
- 1976
B.A.
Western Illinois University
- 1973

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1976

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