Av. Christopher John Townsend

Av. Christopher John Townsend

Christopher John Townsend is a lawyer practicing oil & gas, state legislation and public policy, communications & media and 3 other areas of law. Christopher received a B.A. degree from Augustana College in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years.

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Profile Summary

About Christopher John Townsend at a glance

Christopher John Townsend is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Quarles & Brady LLP. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on environmental, entertainment, and energy. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1991) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1992). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1991) and Augustana College (B.A., 1988). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Chicago, Illinois State and American (Administrative Law and Regulatory Practice Committee, Public Utility, Communications and Transportation Law Committee, and Natural Resources, Energy and Environmental Law Committee) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

Hakkında

  • Christopher John Townsend is a lawyer practicing oil & gas, state legislation and public policy, communications & media and 3 other areas of law
  • Christopher received a B.A. degree from Augustana College in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Christopher practices at Quarles & Brady LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher John Townsend's Areas of Practice

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

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

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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 Christopher John Townsend

Where is Christopher John Townsend's law office located?
Christopher John Townsend's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Quarles & Brady LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher John Townsend handle?
Christopher John Townsend focuses on environmental, entertainment, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Christopher John Townsend practiced law?
Christopher John Townsend has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Christopher John Townsend go to law school?
Christopher John Townsend earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact Christopher John Townsend for a consultation?
You can contact Christopher John Townsend 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 Christopher John Townsend received?
Christopher John Townsend's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Eğitim

J.D.
University of Iowa
- 1991
B.A.
Augustana College
- 1988

Ödüller

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1992

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