Atty. Sally K. Sears Coder

Atty. Sally K. Sears Coder

Sally K. Sears Coder is a lawyer practicing litigation, complex commercial litigation, international arbitration.

Chicago Chicago 27 Years Experience 27 year
Call (224) 561-2971

Profile Summary

About Sally K. Sears Coder at a glance

Sally K. Sears Coder is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Jenner & Block LLP. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, adr, and international. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1999), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (2000), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (2004). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1999) and Michigan State University (B.A., 1996). Active member of Chicago and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Sally K. Sears Coder is a lawyer practicing litigation, complex commercial litigation, international arbitration
  • Sally K. received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1996, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Sally K. practices at Jenner & Block LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Sally K. Sears Coder's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sally K. Sears Coder 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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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

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International 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 Sally K. Sears Coder

Where is Sally K. Sears Coder's law office located?
Sally K. Sears Coder's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Jenner & Block LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sally K. Sears Coder handle?
Sally K. Sears Coder focuses on business, litigation, adr, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Sally K. Sears Coder practiced law?
Sally K. Sears Coder has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Sally K. Sears Coder go to law school?
Sally K. Sears Coder earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.A., 1996).
How can I contact Sally K. Sears Coder for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Michigan
- 1999
B.A.
Michigan State University
- 1996

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1999
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 2000
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 2004

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