Atty. Rita C. O'Connor

Atty. Rita C. O'Connor

Rita C. O'Connor is a lawyer practicing criminal defense.

Chicago Chicago 27 yrs experience 27 year
Call (312) 625-2017 Book Appointment

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About Rita C. O'Connor at a glance

Rita C. O'Connor is a criminal defense attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1999). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Rita C. O'Connor is a lawyer practicing criminal defense
  • Rita has been licensed for 27 years
  • Rita practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Rita C. O'Connor's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Rita C. O'Connor handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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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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Where is Rita C. O'Connor's law office located?
Rita C. O'Connor's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Rita C. O'Connor handle?
Rita C. O'Connor focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Rita C. O'Connor practiced law?
Rita C. O'Connor has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
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Practice Areas

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1999

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