Atty. Rodger A. Heaton

Atty. Rodger A. Heaton

Mr. Rodger A.

Chicago Chicago 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Rodger A. Heaton at a glance

Rodger A. Heaton is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on business, white collar, litigation, government, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1985), Indiana (Inactive) (1985), and District of Columbia (Inactive) U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbi (1987). Educated at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (B.S. Agricultural, 1981) and Indiana University School of Law J.D. magna cum laude Indiana University School of Law J.D. 1985 Editor-in-Chief Indiana University School of Law J.D. Indiana Law Journal (—). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Rodger A. Heaton is a lawyer practicing appeals, business, commercial litigation and 4 other areas of law
  • Rodger received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Rodger practices at Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP in Chicago, IL and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Rodger A. Heaton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Rodger A. Heaton 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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White Collar Crimes

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 Rodger A. Heaton

Where is Rodger A. Heaton's law office located?
Rodger A. Heaton's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Rodger A. Heaton handle?
Rodger A. Heaton focuses on business, white collar, litigation, government, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Rodger A. Heaton practiced law?
Rodger A. Heaton has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Rodger A. Heaton go to law school?
Rodger A. Heaton earned their education at (B.S. Agricultural, 1981); (—).
How can I contact Rodger A. Heaton for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Rodger A. Heaton received?
Rodger A. Heaton's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

B.S. Agricultural
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- 1981
Indiana University School of Law J.D. magna cum laude Indiana University School of Law J.D. 1985 Editor-in-Chief Indiana University School of Law J.D. Indiana Law Journal
- In Progress

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1985
Indiana (Inactive)
Admitted: 1985
District of Columbia (Inactive) U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbi
Admitted: 1987

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