Atty. Philip E. Old

Atty. Philip E. Old

Philip E. Old is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, insurance, commercial litigation.

Chicago Chicago 33 Years Experience 33 year
Call (224) 570-5109

Profile Summary

About Philip E. Old at a glance

Philip E. Old is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Carroll, Hartigan & Cerney, Ltd.. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1993) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1993). Educated at Loyola University (J.D., 1993) and Marquette University (B.S., 1986). Active member of American Bar Association. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Philip E. Old is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, insurance, commercial litigation
  • Philip received a B.S. degree from Marquette University in 1986, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Philip practices at Carroll, Hartigan & Cerney, Ltd. in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Philip E. Old's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Philip E. Old handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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

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Insurance Law

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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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Philip E. Old

Where is Philip E. Old's law office located?
Philip E. Old's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Carroll, Hartigan & Cerney, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Philip E. Old handle?
Philip E. Old focuses on business, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Philip E. Old practiced law?
Philip E. Old has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Philip E. Old go to law school?
Philip E. Old earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.S., 1986).
How can I contact Philip E. Old for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Loyola University
- 1993
B.S.
Marquette University
- 1986

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1993

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