Atty. Thomas Howard Ryerson

Atty. Thomas Howard Ryerson

Thomas Howard Ryerson is a lawyer practicing insurance, personal injury, business/commercial litigation and 5 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years.

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Profile Summary

About Thomas Howard Ryerson at a glance

Thomas Howard Ryerson is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Clausen Miller PC. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, employment, business, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1976), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1976), and U.S. Supreme Court (1980). Educated at Loyola University Chicago, School of Law (J.D., 1976) and Northwestern University (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chairman, Civil Law and Practice Committee, 1987-1989), Kane County, Illinois State and American Bar Associations Defense Research Institute Chicago Casualty Adjusters Association (Counsel, 1987—, DuPage County. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas Howard Ryerson is a lawyer practicing insurance, personal injury, business/commercial litigation and 5 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Thomas practices at Clausen Miller PC in Chicago, IL and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Howard Ryerson's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Thomas Howard Ryerson is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Illinois →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Thomas Howard Ryerson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Employment Law

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

Thomas Howard Ryerson is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Thomas Howard Ryerson is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →

Product Liability

Thomas Howard Ryerson is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability 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 Thomas Howard Ryerson

Where is Thomas Howard Ryerson's law office located?
Thomas Howard Ryerson's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Clausen Miller PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Howard Ryerson handle?
Thomas Howard Ryerson focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, employment, business, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Thomas Howard Ryerson practiced law?
Thomas Howard Ryerson has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Thomas Howard Ryerson go to law school?
Thomas Howard Ryerson earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact Thomas Howard Ryerson for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas Howard Ryerson 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 Howard Ryerson received?
Thomas Howard Ryerson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Loyola University Chicago, School of Law
- 1976
B.A.
Northwestern University
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1980

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