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Atty. William Patrick Hardy

Atty. William Patrick Hardy

William Patrick Hardy is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, personal injury, appellate and 6 other areas of law. William received a A.A. degree from Black Hawk College in 1984, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Springfield Springfield 37 yrs experience 37 year
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About William Patrick Hardy at a glance

William Patrick Hardy is a Partner based in Springfield, Illinois, practforg at Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP. They haand 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1989), U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois (1989), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1990), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois (1991). Educated at Southern Illinois University School of Law (J.D., 1989) and Black Hawk College (A.A., 1984). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Springfield, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William Patrick Hardy is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, personal injury, appellate and 6 other areas of law
  • William received a A.A. degree from Black Hawk College in 1984, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • William practices at Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP in Springfield, IL

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practforg law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Springfield 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 substantiand 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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Where is William Patrick Hardy's law office located?
William Patrick Hardy's law practice is located in Springfield, Illinois. The firm is Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has William Patrick Hardy practiced law?
William Patrick Hardy has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did William Patrick Hardy go to law school?
William Patrick Hardy earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (A.A., 1984).
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What awards or recognition has William Patrick Hardy receiandd?
William Patrick Hardy's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Southern Illinois University School of Law
- 1989
A.A.
Black Hawk College
- 1984

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 2004
U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 2008

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