Atty. William Edgar Deitrick

Atty. William Edgar Deitrick

William Edgar Deitrick is a lawyer practicing business, lawsuits & disputes. William received a B.A. degree from The Johns Hopkins University in 1967, and has been licensed for 54 years.

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Profile Summary

About William Edgar Deitrick at a glance

William Edgar Deitrick is a business and litigation attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1972), U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois (1972), Trial Bar (1976), and U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit (1976). Educated at Cornell University Law School (J.D., 1971) and The Johns Hopkins University (B.A. The, 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William Edgar Deitrick is a lawyer practicing business, lawsuits & disputes
  • William received a B.A. degree from The Johns Hopkins University in 1967, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • William practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

William Edgar Deitrick's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Edgar Deitrick 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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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

Common questions about William Edgar Deitrick

Where is William Edgar Deitrick's law office located?
William Edgar Deitrick's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Edgar Deitrick handle?
William Edgar Deitrick focuses on business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has William Edgar Deitrick practiced law?
William Edgar Deitrick has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did William Edgar Deitrick go to law school?
William Edgar Deitrick earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (B.A. The, 1967).
How can I contact William Edgar Deitrick for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William Edgar Deitrick received?
William Edgar Deitrick's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Cornell University Law School
- 1971
B.A. The
The Johns Hopkins University
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1972
Trial Bar
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1976
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, District of Arizona
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 1999
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit
Admitted: 2001

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