Atty. Patrick Thomas Stanton
Patrick Thomas Stanton is a lawyer practicing commercial, class action, litigation and 2 other areas of law. Patrick received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1988, and has been licensed for 33 years.
Class Action & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 33+ Years Experience
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About Patrick Thomas Stanton at a Glance
Patrick Thomas Stanton is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on business, class action, construction, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1993) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1993). Educated at Loyola University, Chicago (J.D., 1993) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1988). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Patrick Thomas Stanton
- Patrick Thomas Stanton is a lawyer practicing commercial, class action, litigation and 2 other areas of law
- Patrick received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1988, and has been licensed for 33 years
- Patrick practices in Chicago, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Patrick Thomas Stanton's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick Thomas Stanton handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Business & Corporate Law in Chicago
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Class Action in Chicago
Patrick Thomas Stanton is one of 26,226 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in Illinois →
Construction Law in Chicago
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Civil Litigation in Chicago
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Patrick Thomas Stanton is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →
Mediation & Arbitration in Chicago
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Patrick Thomas Stanton is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Illinois →
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 Thomas Stanton
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 Thomas Stanton's practice in the field of business, class action, construction, litigation, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Patrick Thomas Stanton brings 33+ 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 and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit, Patrick Thomas Stanton can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, class action, and construction, Patrick Thomas Stanton 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 Thomas Stanton 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 Thomas Stanton Handles in Chicago
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Patrick Thomas Stanton 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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