Atty. Thomas Granger Abram

Atty. Thomas Granger Abram

Thomas Granger Abram is a lawyer practicing employment class action defense, employment litigation, fair labor standards act and 4 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from Carleton College in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years.

Chicago Chicago 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas Granger Abram at a glance

Thomas Granger Abram is a Shareholder based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Vedder Price. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on employment, class action, litigation, and health care. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1973), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, including Trial Bar (1973), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1982), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana (1986). Educated at Stanford Law School (J.D., 1973) and Carleton College (B.A. Stanford, 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas Granger Abram is a lawyer practicing employment class action defense, employment litigation, fair labor standards act and 4 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from Carleton College in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Thomas practices at Vedder Price in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Granger Abram's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Granger Abram 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.

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Class Action

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Thomas Granger Abram is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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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 Granger Abram

Where is Thomas Granger Abram's law office located?
Thomas Granger Abram's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Vedder Price. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Granger Abram handle?
Thomas Granger Abram focuses on employment, class action, litigation, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Thomas Granger Abram practiced law?
Thomas Granger Abram has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Thomas Granger Abram go to law school?
Thomas Granger Abram earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A. Stanford, 1969).
How can I contact Thomas Granger Abram for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas Granger Abram 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 Thomas Granger Abram received?
Thomas Granger Abram's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Stanford Law School
- 1973
B.A. Stanford
Carleton College
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, including Trial Bar
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 1990
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, District of North Dakota and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2003
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 2006
U.S. District Court, District of Colorado
Admitted: 2009
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 2010

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