Atty. Timothy Schaum

Atty. Timothy Schaum

Timothy Schaum is a lawyer practicing litigation. Timothy received a B.A. degree from Hendrix College in 2000, and has been licensed for 23 years.

Chicago Chicago 23 yrs experience 23 year
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Profile Summary

About Timothy Schaum at a glance

Timothy Schaum is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (2003). Educated at Washington University (J.D., 2003) and Hendrix College (B.A. Philosophy, 2000). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Timothy Schaum is a lawyer practicing litigation
  • Timothy received a B.A. degree from Hendrix College in 2000, and has been licensed for 23 years
  • Timothy practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Timothy Schaum's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

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

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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

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Where is Timothy Schaum's law office located?
Timothy Schaum's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Timothy Schaum handle?
Timothy Schaum focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Timothy Schaum practiced law?
Timothy Schaum has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Timothy Schaum go to law school?
Timothy Schaum earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (B.A. Philosophy, 2000).
How can I contact Timothy Schaum for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Washington University
- 2003
B.A. Philosophy
Hendrix College
- 2000

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 2003

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