Atty. Thomas Carl Borders

Atty. Thomas Carl Borders

Thomas Carl Borders is a lawyer practicing insurance, nonprofit organizations law, tax and 3 other areas of law. Thomas received a M.B.A. degree from Northwestern University J.L.

Chicago Chicago 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas Carl Borders at a glance

Thomas Carl Borders is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Mcdermott Will Emery Llp. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on irs, tax, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1974) and Illinois (1979). Educated at Northwestern University J.L. Kellogg School of Management (M.B.A. St., 1984) and Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago Bar Assn. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas Carl Borders is a lawyer practicing insurance, nonprofit organizations law, tax and 3 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a M.B.A. degree from Northwestern University J.L
  • Kellogg School of Management in 1984, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Thomas practices at McDermott Will & Emery LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Carl Borders's Areas of Practice

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

IRS Disputes & Audits

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Tax Law

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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 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 Thomas Carl Borders

Where is Thomas Carl Borders's law office located?
Thomas Carl Borders's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Mcdermott Will Emery Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Carl Borders handle?
Thomas Carl Borders focuses on irs, tax, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Thomas Carl Borders practiced law?
Thomas Carl Borders has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Thomas Carl Borders go to law school?
Thomas Carl Borders earned their education at (M.B.A. St., 1984); (J.D., 1974).
How can I contact Thomas Carl Borders for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas Carl Borders received?
Thomas Carl Borders's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

M.B.A. St.
Northwestern University J.L. Kellogg School of Management
- 1984
J.D.
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1974
Illinois
Admitted: 1979

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