Atty. William Silas Hackney
Mr. William Silas Hackney is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & debt, creditors' rights.
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William Silas Hackney is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Amundsen Davis, LLC. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy, creditor rights, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1998) and New York (1998). Educated at St. John's University School of Law (J.D., 1997) and University of Illinois (B.A. Finance, 1994). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. William Silas Hackney is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & debt, creditors' rights
- William received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years
- William practices at Amundsen Davis, LLC in Chicago, IL
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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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Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
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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 venue, 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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