Atty. Thomas Sam Kiriakos

Atty. Thomas Sam Kiriakos

Thomas Sam Kiriakos is a lawyer practicing public finance & tax exempt finance, agribusiness, banking & finance and 7 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from Grinnell College in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years.

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Profile Summary

About Thomas Sam Kiriakos at a glance

Thomas Sam Kiriakos is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Mayer Brown Llp. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, tax, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Iowa (Certificate of Exemption) (1981), Illinois (1983), US District Court for the Northern District of Illinois (1984), and US District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin (1988). Educated at The University of Iowa College of Law (J.D., 1981) and Grinnell College (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Activities Member, Board of Directors of the Cameron Kravitt Foundation, 1992 to date American Bar Association American Bankruptcy Institute Illinois State Bar Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Thomas Sam Kiriakos is a lawyer practicing public finance & tax exempt finance, agribusiness, banking & finance and 7 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from Grinnell College in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Thomas practices at Mayer Brown LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Sam Kiriakos's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Civil Litigation

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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 Sam Kiriakos

Where is Thomas Sam Kiriakos's law office located?
Thomas Sam Kiriakos's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Mayer Brown Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Sam Kiriakos handle?
Thomas Sam Kiriakos focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, tax, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Thomas Sam Kiriakos practiced law?
Thomas Sam Kiriakos has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Thomas Sam Kiriakos go to law school?
Thomas Sam Kiriakos earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Thomas Sam Kiriakos for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas Sam Kiriakos received?
Thomas Sam Kiriakos's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
The University of Iowa College of Law
- 1981
B.A.
Grinnell College
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Iowa (Certificate of Exemption)
Admitted: 1981
Illinois
Admitted: 1983
US District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1984
US District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1988
US Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1996
US Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1996
US Supreme Court
Admitted: 1998

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