Atty. Thomas James Westgard

Atty. Thomas James Westgard

Thomas James Westgard is a lawyer practicing worker's compensation, immigration, corporate law and 4 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from Indiana State University in 1993, and has been licensed for 28 years.

Chicago Chicago 28 yrs experience 28 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas James Westgard at a glance

Thomas James Westgard is an Illinois Mechanics Liens based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on contracts, immigration, business, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1998). Educated at Ohio Northern University (J.D., 1998) and Indiana State University (B.A., 1993). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Thomas James Westgard is a lawyer practicing worker's compensation, immigration, corporate law and 4 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from Indiana State University in 1993, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Thomas practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas James Westgard's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Immigration Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Creditor Rights & Collections

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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 James Westgard

Where is Thomas James Westgard's law office located?
Thomas James Westgard's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas James Westgard handle?
Thomas James Westgard focuses on contracts, immigration, business, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Thomas James Westgard practiced law?
Thomas James Westgard has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Thomas James Westgard go to law school?
Thomas James Westgard earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A., 1993).
How can I contact Thomas James Westgard for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Ohio Northern University
- 1998
B.A.
Indiana State University
- 1993

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1998

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