Atty. Theodore James Tierney

Atty. Theodore James Tierney

Theodore James Tierney is a lawyer practicing collective bargaining, arbitration / grievances / mediation, fair labor standards act and 4 other areas of law. Theodore received a B.A. degree from Creighton University in 1962, and has been licensed for 62 years.

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Profile Summary

About Theodore James Tierney at a glance

Theodore James Tierney is a employment and adr attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 62+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1964. Admitted to practice in Nebraska (1964), U.S. Supreme Court (1967), and Illinois (1969). Educated at Creighton University School of Law (J.D., 1964) and Creighton University (B.A., 1962). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Theodore James Tierney is a lawyer practicing collective bargaining, arbitration / grievances / mediation, fair labor standards act and 4 other areas of law
  • Theodore received a B.A. degree from Creighton University in 1962, and has been licensed for 62 years
  • Theodore practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Theodore James Tierney's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Theodore James Tierney is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →

Mediation & Arbitration

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

Theodore James Tierney is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Illinois →

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 Theodore James Tierney

Where is Theodore James Tierney's law office located?
Theodore James Tierney's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Theodore James Tierney handle?
Theodore James Tierney focuses on employment, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Theodore James Tierney practiced law?
Theodore James Tierney has 62+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1964.
Where did Theodore James Tierney go to law school?
Theodore James Tierney earned their education at (J.D., 1964); (B.A., 1962).
How can I contact Theodore James Tierney for a consultation?
You can contact Theodore James Tierney directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Theodore James Tierney received?
Theodore James Tierney's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Creighton University School of Law
- 1964
B.A.
Creighton University
- 1962

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Nebraska
Admitted: 1964
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1967
Illinois
Admitted: 1969

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