Atty. Thomas D. Decker
Thomas D. Decker is a lawyer practicing civil practice, criminal defense, civil appeals and 5 other areas of law.
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About Thomas D. Decker at a glance
Thomas D. Decker is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Thomas D. Decker and Associates, Ltd.. They have 63+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1963. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, litigation, civil rights, elder law, and government. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1963). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1963) and Lake Forest College (B.A., 1955). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago and Illinois State. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Thomas D. Decker is a lawyer practicing civil practice, criminal defense, civil appeals and 5 other areas of law
- Thomas received a B.A. degree from Lake Forest College in 1955, and has been licensed for 63 years
- Thomas practices at Thomas D. Decker and Associates, Ltd. in Chicago, IL
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Thomas D. Decker's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas D. Decker handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Thomas D. Decker is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
Thomas D. Decker is one of 63,079 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Illinois →
Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
Thomas D. Decker is one of 47,923 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Illinois →
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Thomas D. Decker is one of 118,414 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government 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 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.
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