Atty. Thomas Patrick Ward
Thomas Patrick Ward is a lawyer practicing aircraft acquisition and operation, closely held business, family offices and 8 other areas of law. Thomas Patrick received a B.B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1992, and has been licensed for 68 years.
Aircraft Acquisition and Operation & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 68+ Years Experience
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About Thomas Patrick Ward at a Glance
Thomas Patrick Ward is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Mcdermott Will Emery Llp. They have 68+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1958. Their practice focuses on family law, business, tax, m&a, and international tax. Educated at University of Michigan Law School (J.D., 1996) and University of Notre Dame (B.B.A., 1992). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Thomas Patrick Ward
- Thomas Patrick Ward is a lawyer practicing aircraft acquisition and operation, closely held business, family offices and 8 other areas of law
- Thomas Patrick received a B.B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1992, and has been licensed for 68 years
- Thomas Patrick practices at McDermott Will & Emery LLP in Chicago, IL
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Thomas Patrick Ward's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Patrick Ward handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Family Law in Chicago
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Business & Corporate Law in Chicago
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Tax Law in Chicago
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Mergers & Acquisitions in Chicago
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International Tax 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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chicago Choose Thomas Patrick Ward
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 Patrick Ward's practice in the field of family law, business, tax, m&a, and international tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Thomas Patrick Ward brings 68+ 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 family law, business, and tax, Thomas Patrick Ward 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 Patrick Ward 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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Common Legal Issues Thomas Patrick Ward Handles in Chicago
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