Atty. Patrick J. Rocks, Jr.

Atty. Patrick J. Rocks, Jr.

Patrick J. Rocks, Jr. is a lawyer practicing class actions and complex litigation, corporate governance and internal investigations, general employment litigation and 3 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Patrick J. Rocks, Jr. at a glance

Patrick J. Rocks, Jr. is a Principal based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Jackson Lewis P.C.. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on employment, business, class action, litigation, and education. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1985), Illinois - N.D. Ill (1985), U.S. Supreme Court (2005), and Illinois - S.D. Ill (2012). Educated at The John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1985) and Loyola University (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional Associations and Activities •American Bar Association •Chicago Bar Association •Illinois Council of School Attorneys •Illinois State Bar Association •National School Board Association Council of School Attorneys. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Patrick J. Rocks, Jr. is a lawyer practicing class actions and complex litigation, corporate governance and internal investigations, general employment litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • Patrick received a degree from Loyola University in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Patrick practices at Jackson Lewis P.C. in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Patrick J. Rocks, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Class Action

Patrick J. Rocks, Jr. is one of 26,424 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

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

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Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

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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 Patrick J. Rocks, Jr.

Where is Patrick J. Rocks, Jr.'s law office located?
Patrick J. Rocks, Jr.'s law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Jackson Lewis P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Patrick J. Rocks, Jr. handle?
Patrick J. Rocks, Jr. focuses on employment, business, class action, litigation, education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Patrick J. Rocks, Jr. practiced law?
Patrick J. Rocks, Jr. has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Patrick J. Rocks, Jr. go to law school?
Patrick J. Rocks, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Patrick J. Rocks, Jr. for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Patrick J. Rocks, Jr. received?
Patrick J. Rocks, Jr.'s notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
The John Marshall Law School
- 1985
B.A.
Loyola University
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1985
Illinois - N.D. Ill
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2005
Illinois - S.D. Ill
Admitted: 2012
Indiana - S.D. Ind
Admitted: 2014

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