Atty. Thomas P. Chapin

Atty. Thomas P. Chapin

Thomas P. Chapin is a lawyer practicing criminal law.

Chicago Chicago 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas P. Chapin at a glance

Thomas P. Chapin is an Asst. Pub. Def. based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1989). Educated at IIT Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 1988) and College of DuPage (A.A. Northern, 1982). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Thomas P. Chapin is a lawyer practicing criminal law
  • Thomas received a A.A. degree from College of DuPage in 1982, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Thomas practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas P. Chapin's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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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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Where is Thomas P. Chapin's law office located?
Thomas P. Chapin's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas P. Chapin handle?
Thomas P. Chapin focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Thomas P. Chapin practiced law?
Thomas P. Chapin has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Thomas P. Chapin go to law school?
Thomas P. Chapin earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (A.A. Northern, 1982).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
IIT Chicago-Kent College of Law
- 1988
A.A. Northern
College of DuPage
- 1982

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1989

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