Atty. Sean Patrick Maccarthy
Sean Patrick Maccarthy is a lawyer practicing family, personal injury, health care and 5 other areas of law. Sean received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years.
Family & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 38+ Years Experience
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About Sean Patrick Maccarthy at a Glance
Sean Patrick Maccarthy is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Chittenden, Murday & Novotny, LLC. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, family law, employment, and business. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1988), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, including Trial Bar (1988), and U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1994). Educated at Loyola University (J.D., 1988) and University of Illinois (B.A. Phi, 1985). Active member of Chicago, Illinois State and American Bar Associations Defense Research Institute Illinois Association of Defense Trial Counsel. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Sean Patrick Maccarthy
- Sean Patrick Maccarthy is a lawyer practicing family, personal injury, health care and 5 other areas of law
- Sean received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
- Sean practices at Chittenden, Murday & Novotny, LLC in Chicago, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Sean Patrick Maccarthy's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sean Patrick Maccarthy handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Medical Malpractice in Chicago
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
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Personal Injury in Chicago
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Family Law in Chicago
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Employment Law in Chicago
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Sean Patrick Maccarthy is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →
Business & Corporate Law in Chicago
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chicago Choose Sean Patrick Maccarthy
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Sean Patrick Maccarthy's practice in the field of medical malpractice, personal injury, family law, employment, and business.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Sean Patrick Maccarthy brings 38+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, including Trial Bar, and U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit, Sean Patrick Maccarthy can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering medical malpractice, personal injury, and family law, Sean Patrick Maccarthy can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Sean Patrick Maccarthy attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Sean Patrick Maccarthy Handles in Chicago
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Sean Patrick Maccarthy has experience with under Illinois law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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