Atty. Patrick J. Cotter
Patrick J. Cotter is a lawyer practicing litigation, financial, corporate governance and m&a litigation, white collar crime.
Financial, Corporate Governance and M&A Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 43+ Years Experience
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About Patrick J. Cotter at a Glance
Patrick J. Cotter is an Officer based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Greensfelder, Hemker & Gale, P.C.. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on m&a, white collar, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1983) and Illinois U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois U.S. District Court for the Centr (1990). Educated at New York University School of Law (J.D., 1982) and Illinois State University (B.S., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Patrick J. Cotter
- Patrick J. Cotter is a lawyer practicing litigation, financial, corporate governance and m&a litigation, white collar crime
- Patrick J. received a B.S. degree from Illinois State University in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years
- Patrick J. practices at Greensfelder, Hemker & Gale, P.C. in Chicago, IL
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Patrick J. Cotter's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick J. Cotter handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Mergers & Acquisitions in Chicago
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White Collar Crimes in Chicago
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Civil Litigation in Chicago
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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 venue, 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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chicago Choose Patrick J. Cotter
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Patrick J. Cotter's practice in the field of m&a, white collar, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Patrick J. Cotter brings 43+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York and Illinois U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois U.S. District Court for the Centr, Patrick J. Cotter can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering m&a, white collar, and litigation, Patrick J. Cotter can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Patrick J. Cotter attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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