Atty. Scott Jay Frankel

Atty. Scott Jay Frankel

Scott Jay Frankel is a lawyer practicing civil rights, criminal law, capital offenses and 66 other areas of law. Scott received a B.A. degree from Oberlin College, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Chicago Chicago 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Scott Jay Frankel at a glance

Scott Jay Frankel is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Frankel & Cohen. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, car accidents, criminal defense, federal crimes, and white collar. Admitted to practice in Ohio (Inactive) (1985) and Illinois Northern and Central Districts of Illinois Northern District of Indiana Western District of (1987). Educated at Ohio State University College of Law (J.D., 1985) and Oberlin College B.A. 1981 Semester in Tours Oberlin College B.A. France (—). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Scott Jay Frankel is a lawyer practicing civil rights, criminal law, capital offenses and 66 other areas of law
  • Scott received a B.A. degree from Oberlin College, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Scott practices at Frankel & Cohen in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Scott Jay Frankel's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Car Accidents

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Criminal Defense

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Federal Crimes

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White Collar Crimes

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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 Scott Jay Frankel

Where is Scott Jay Frankel's law office located?
Scott Jay Frankel's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Frankel & Cohen. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott Jay Frankel handle?
Scott Jay Frankel focuses on dui/dwi, car accidents, criminal defense, federal crimes, white collar. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Scott Jay Frankel practiced law?
Scott Jay Frankel has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Scott Jay Frankel go to law school?
Scott Jay Frankel earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (—).
How can I contact Scott Jay Frankel for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Ohio State University College of Law
- 1985
Oberlin College B.A. 1981 Semester in Tours Oberlin College B.A. France
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Bar Admissions

Ohio (Inactive)
Admitted: 1985
Illinois Northern and Central Districts of Illinois Northern District of Indiana Western District of
Admitted: 1987

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