Atty. Patrick J. Gorman
Patrick J. Gorman is a lawyer practicing construction & development, agriculture, real estate and 6 other areas of law.
Agriculture & More Attorney · Serving Palatine, IL · 43+ Years Experience
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About Patrick J. Gorman at a Glance
Patrick J. Gorman is a Partner based in Palatine, Illinois, practicing at Favaro & Gorman, Ltd.. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on employment, business, real estate, trade secrets, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1983), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar (1983), U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit (1984), and California (1987). Educated at Loyola University (J.D., 1983) and St. John's University (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Northwest Suburban Bar Association. Serves clients in Palatine, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Patrick J. Gorman
- Patrick J. Gorman is a lawyer practicing construction & development, agriculture, real estate and 6 other areas of law
- Patrick received a B.A. degree from St. John's University in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years
- Patrick practices at Favaro & Gorman, Ltd. in Palatine, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Patrick J. Gorman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick J. Gorman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Palatine.
Employment Law in Palatine
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Patrick J. Gorman is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →
Business & Corporate Law in Palatine
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Patrick J. Gorman is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →
Real Estate Law in Palatine
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Patrick J. Gorman is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →
Trade Secrets in Palatine
Patrick J. Gorman is one of 6,604 trade secrets attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trade secrets attorneys in Illinois →
Civil Litigation in Palatine
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Patrick J. Gorman is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Palatine
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 Palatine 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.
Palatine Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Palatine-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 Palatine Choose Patrick J. Gorman
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. Gorman's practice in the field of employment, business, real estate, trade secrets, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Patrick J. Gorman 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 Illinois, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar, and U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit, Patrick J. Gorman can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and real estate, Patrick J. Gorman can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Palatine
A Palatine-based practice means Patrick J. Gorman attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Patrick J. Gorman Handles in Palatine
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Patrick J. Gorman has experience with under Illinois law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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