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Tom V. Mathai is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Mathai & Thorson, P.C.. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on personal injury. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1980). Educated at Northern Illinois University J.D. (—) and Indiana University B.A. (—). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Tom V. Mathai is a lawyer practicing personal injury law
- Tom received a B.A. degree from Indiana University, and has been licensed for 46 years
- Tom practices at Mathai & Thorson, P.C. in Chicago, IL
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Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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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 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.
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