Atty. Thomas M. Breen
Thomas M. Breen is a lawyer practicing trial and appellate practice, criminal defense, civil rights and 3 other areas of law.
Civil Rights & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 54+ Years Experience
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About Thomas M. Breen at a Glance
Thomas M. Breen is a Principal based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Breen & Pugh. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, civil rights, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Illinois United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit United States District Court for the (1972). Educated at Loyola University (J.D., 1972) and University of Notre Dame (A.B., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Thomas M. Breen
- Thomas M. Breen is a lawyer practicing trial and appellate practice, criminal defense, civil rights and 3 other areas of law
- Thomas M. received a A.B. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
- Thomas M. practices at Breen & Pugh in Chicago, IL
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Thomas M. Breen's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas M. Breen handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Criminal Defense in Chicago
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 Rights in Chicago
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Appellate Practice in Chicago
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in Chicago Choose Thomas M. Breen
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Thomas M. Breen's practice in the field of criminal defense, civil rights, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Thomas M. Breen brings 54+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, civil rights, and appellate, Thomas M. Breen can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Thomas M. Breen attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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