Atty. Stephen Jay Landes

Atty. Stephen Jay Landes

Stephen Jay Landes is a lawyer practicing complex litigation, antitrust/competition law, commercial litigation and 3 other areas of law. Stephen received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University, and has been licensed for 56 years.

Chicago Chicago 56 yrs experience 56 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen Jay Landes at a glance

Stephen Jay Landes is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Locke Lord LLP. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on business, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1970) and District of Columbia U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (Trial Bar member) U.S. Supr (1977). Educated at Northwestern University School of Law (JD, 1970) and Northwestern University B.A. with distinction and honors Northwestern University School of Law J.D. Russell Sage Scholar Staff and Projects Editor Northwestern University School of Law Northw (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Memberships American Bar Association (Antitrust, Litigation, and Criminal Law sections) Chicago Bar Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Stephen Jay Landes is a lawyer practicing complex litigation, antitrust/competition law, commercial litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University, and has been licensed for 56 years
  • Stephen practices at Locke Lord LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Jay Landes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen Jay Landes 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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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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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 Stephen Jay Landes

Where is Stephen Jay Landes's law office located?
Stephen Jay Landes's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Locke Lord LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Jay Landes handle?
Stephen Jay Landes focuses on business, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Stephen Jay Landes practiced law?
Stephen Jay Landes has 56+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1970.
Where did Stephen Jay Landes go to law school?
Stephen Jay Landes earned their education at (JD, 1970); (—).
How can I contact Stephen Jay Landes for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Stephen Jay Landes received?
Stephen Jay Landes's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

JD
Northwestern University School of Law
- 1970
Northwestern University B.A. with distinction and honors Northwestern University School of Law J.D. Russell Sage Scholar Staff and Projects Editor Northwestern University School of Law Northw
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1970
District of Columbia U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (Trial Bar member) U.S. Supr
Admitted: 1977

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