Atty. Samuel Mendenhall

Atty. Samuel Mendenhall

Samuel Mendenhall is a lawyer practicing antitrust & trade law, public finance & tax exempt finance, arbitration and 3 other areas of law. Samuel received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Chicago Chicago 35 Years Experience 35 year
Call (224) 452-6828

Profile Summary

About Samuel Mendenhall at a glance

Samuel Mendenhall is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Winston & Strawn LLP. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on business, tax, product liability, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1991). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1991) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1988). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Samuel Mendenhall is a lawyer practicing antitrust & trade law, public finance & tax exempt finance, arbitration and 3 other areas of law
  • Samuel received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Samuel practices at Winston & Strawn LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Samuel Mendenhall's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Tax Law

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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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 Samuel Mendenhall

Where is Samuel Mendenhall's law office located?
Samuel Mendenhall's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Winston & Strawn LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Samuel Mendenhall handle?
Samuel Mendenhall focuses on business, tax, product liability, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Samuel Mendenhall practiced law?
Samuel Mendenhall has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Samuel Mendenhall go to law school?
Samuel Mendenhall earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact Samuel Mendenhall for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Samuel Mendenhall received?
Samuel Mendenhall's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Illinois
- 1991
B.A.
University of Illinois
- 1988

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1991

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