Atty. Thomas John Pontikis

Atty. Thomas John Pontikis

Thomas John Pontikis is a lawyer practicing ethics & professional responsibility, commercial litigation, general liability and 3 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from DePaul University in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Chicago Chicago 40 yrs experience 40 year
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About Thomas John Pontikis at a glance

Thomas John Pontikis is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Lipe Lyons Murphy Nahrstadt & Pontikis, Ltd.. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, product liability, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (including the trial bar) U.S. District (1986). Educated at DePaul University School of Law (J.D., 1986) and DePaul University (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas John Pontikis is a lawyer practicing ethics & professional responsibility, commercial litigation, general liability and 3 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from DePaul University in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Thomas practices at Lipe Lyons Murphy Nahrstadt & Pontikis, Ltd. in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas John Pontikis's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

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Business & Corporate Law

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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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 John Pontikis

Where is Thomas John Pontikis's law office located?
Thomas John Pontikis's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Lipe Lyons Murphy Nahrstadt & Pontikis, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas John Pontikis handle?
Thomas John Pontikis focuses on personal injury, business, product liability, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Thomas John Pontikis practiced law?
Thomas John Pontikis has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Thomas John Pontikis go to law school?
Thomas John Pontikis earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact Thomas John Pontikis for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas John Pontikis 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 John Pontikis received?
Thomas John Pontikis's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
DePaul University School of Law
- 1986
B.A.
DePaul University
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (including the trial bar) U.S. District
Admitted: 1986

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