Atty. William Robert Jentes

Atty. William Robert Jentes

William Robert Jentes is a lawyer practicing international law, commercial, arbitration and 1 other area of law. William received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1953, and has been licensed for 69 years.

Chicago Chicago 69 yrs experience 69 year
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Profile Summary

About William Robert Jentes at a glance

William Robert Jentes is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at William R. Jentes. They have 69+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1957. Their practice focuses on business, adr, and international. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1957). Educated at University of Michigan Law School (J.D., 1956) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1953). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William Robert Jentes is a lawyer practicing international law, commercial, arbitration and 1 other area of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1953, and has been licensed for 69 years
  • William practices at William R. Jentes in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

William Robert Jentes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Robert Jentes 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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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

William Robert Jentes is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Illinois →

International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

William Robert Jentes is one of 40,133 international attorneys indexed nationally. Browse international 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 Robert Jentes

Where is William Robert Jentes's law office located?
William Robert Jentes's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is William R. Jentes. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Robert Jentes handle?
William Robert Jentes focuses on business, adr, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has William Robert Jentes practiced law?
William Robert Jentes has 69+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1957.
Where did William Robert Jentes go to law school?
William Robert Jentes earned their education at (J.D., 1956); (B.A., 1953).
How can I contact William Robert Jentes for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William Robert Jentes received?
William Robert Jentes's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Michigan Law School
- 1956
B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1953

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1957

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