Atty. Thomas M. Melody

Atty. Thomas M. Melody

Thomas M. Melody is a lawyer practicing labor & employment law, litigation, municipal law and 1 other area of law.

Chicago Chicago 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas M. Melody at a glance

Thomas M. Melody is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Klein, Thorpe and Jenkins, Ltd.. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, education, and government. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1994). Educated at Loyola University School of Law (J.D., 1994) and Loyola University (B.A. English, 1988). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas M. Melody is a lawyer practicing labor & employment law, litigation, municipal law and 1 other area of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from Loyola University in 1988, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Thomas practices at Klein, Thorpe and Jenkins, Ltd. in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas M. Melody's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas M. Melody 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.

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

Civil Litigation

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

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Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

Thomas M. Melody is one of 24,079 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in Illinois →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 M. Melody

Where is Thomas M. Melody's law office located?
Thomas M. Melody's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Klein, Thorpe and Jenkins, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas M. Melody handle?
Thomas M. Melody focuses on employment, litigation, education, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Thomas M. Melody practiced law?
Thomas M. Melody has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Thomas M. Melody go to law school?
Thomas M. Melody earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A. English, 1988).
How can I contact Thomas M. Melody for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas M. Melody 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 M. Melody received?
Thomas M. Melody's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Loyola University School of Law
- 1994
B.A. English
Loyola University
- 1988

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1994

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