Atty. Violet Mcgirth Clark

Atty. Violet Mcgirth Clark

Violet Mcgirth Clark is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, affirmative action, discrimination. Violet received a B.A. degree from Brown University in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Chicago Chicago 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Violet Mcgirth Clark at a glance

Violet Mcgirth Clark is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Laner, Muchin, Dombrow, Becker, Levin and Tominberg, Ltd.. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on employment and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1983), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1983), and New York (2013). Educated at Cornell University (J.D., 1982) and Brown University (B.A. University, 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Cook County and National Bar Associations Black Women Lawyers' Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Violet Mcgirth Clark is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, affirmative action, discrimination
  • Violet received a B.A. degree from Brown University in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Violet practices at Laner, Muchin, Dombrow, Becker, Levin and Tominberg, Ltd. in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Violet Mcgirth Clark's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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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 Violet Mcgirth Clark

Where is Violet Mcgirth Clark's law office located?
Violet Mcgirth Clark's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Laner, Muchin, Dombrow, Becker, Levin and Tominberg, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Violet Mcgirth Clark handle?
Violet Mcgirth Clark focuses on employment, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Violet Mcgirth Clark practiced law?
Violet Mcgirth Clark has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Violet Mcgirth Clark go to law school?
Violet Mcgirth Clark earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A. University, 1979).
How can I contact Violet Mcgirth Clark for a consultation?
You can contact Violet Mcgirth Clark directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Violet Mcgirth Clark received?
Violet Mcgirth Clark's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Cornell University
- 1982
B.A. University
Brown University
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1983
New York
Admitted: 2013

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