Atty. Thomas Pontarelli

Atty. Thomas Pontarelli

Thomas Pontarelli is a lawyer. Thomas received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years.

Chicago Chicago 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Thomas Pontarelli is a CNA based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1974) and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1974). Educated at Loyola University (J.D., 1974) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1971). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Thomas Pontarelli is a lawyer
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Thomas practices in Chicago, IL

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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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Thomas Pontarelli has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
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Education

J.D.
Loyola University
- 1974
B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 1971

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1974

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