Atty. William John Barrett

Atty. William John Barrett

William John Barrett is a lawyer practicing litigation, bankruptcy and creditor rights. William received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Chicago Chicago 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About William John Barrett at a glance

William John Barrett is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Barack Ferrazzano Kirschbaum & Nagelberg LLP. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy, creditor rights, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1985) and Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. District Court, Southern District o (1991). Educated at University of Southern California (J.D., 1985) and Michigan State University (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William John Barrett is a lawyer practicing litigation, bankruptcy and creditor rights
  • William received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • William practices at Barack Ferrazzano Kirschbaum & Nagelberg LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

William John Barrett's Areas of Practice

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

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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Creditor Rights & Collections

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Civil Litigation

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

William John Barrett is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →

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 John Barrett

Where is William John Barrett's law office located?
William John Barrett's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Barack Ferrazzano Kirschbaum & Nagelberg LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William John Barrett handle?
William John Barrett focuses on bankruptcy, creditor rights, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has William John Barrett practiced law?
William John Barrett has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did William John Barrett go to law school?
William John Barrett earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact William John Barrett for a consultation?
You can contact William John Barrett 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 William John Barrett received?
William John Barrett's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Southern California
- 1985
B.A.
Michigan State University
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1985
Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. District Court, Southern District o
Admitted: 1991

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