Atty. Philip A. Tanzar

Atty. Philip A. Tanzar

Philip A. Tanzar is a lawyer.

Chicago Chicago 34 yrs experience 34 year
Call (312) 481-8617 Book Appointment

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About Philip A. Tanzar at a glance

Philip A. Tanzar is a MF Global Inc. based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1992). Educated at Illinois Institute of Technology Chicago-Kent (J.D., 1992) and Southern Illinois University (B.A., 1968). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Philip A. Tanzar is a lawyer
  • Philip received a B.A. degree from Southern Illinois University in 1968, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Philip practices in Chicago, IL

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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Philip A. Tanzar's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Philip A. Tanzar has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Philip A. Tanzar go to law school?
Philip A. Tanzar earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1968).
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Education

J.D.
Illinois Institute of Technology Chicago-Kent
- 1992
B.A.
Southern Illinois University
- 1968

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1992

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