Atty. Ralph Charles Hardesty

Atty. Ralph Charles Hardesty

Ralph Charles Hardesty is a lawyer practicing tort defense, commercial litigation, discrimination and 2 other areas of law. Ralph received a B.S. degree from Northern Illinois University in 1971, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Chicago Chicago 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About Ralph Charles Hardesty at a glance

Ralph Charles Hardesty is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Ralph Hardesty & Associates. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, construction, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in New York (1979) and Illinois (1982). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1978) and Northern Illinois University (B.S., 1971). Active member of Chicago, Illinois State, New York State and American Bar Associations Illinois Association of Defense Trial Counsel. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ralph Charles Hardesty is a lawyer practicing tort defense, commercial litigation, discrimination and 2 other areas of law
  • Ralph received a B.S. degree from Northern Illinois University in 1971, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Ralph practices at Ralph Hardesty & Associates in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Ralph Charles Hardesty's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ralph Charles Hardesty handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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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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Construction Law

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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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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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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 Ralph Charles Hardesty

Where is Ralph Charles Hardesty's law office located?
Ralph Charles Hardesty's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Ralph Hardesty & Associates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ralph Charles Hardesty handle?
Ralph Charles Hardesty focuses on personal injury, business, construction, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Ralph Charles Hardesty practiced law?
Ralph Charles Hardesty has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Ralph Charles Hardesty go to law school?
Ralph Charles Hardesty earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.S., 1971).
How can I contact Ralph Charles Hardesty for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1978
B.S.
Northern Illinois University
- 1971

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1979
Illinois
Admitted: 1982

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