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Jim Boland

Jim Boland

USA 2026

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About

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USA

Practice Areas

James Boland is a Partner in the Litigation and Insurance practices. He focuses on complex commercial litigation and domestic and international arbitration. James has extensive experience and has represented a variety of corporations, businesses and professional firms in matters involving reinsurance (life & health, property & casualty), antitrust, securities fraud, accountant liability, consumer protection, shareholder and derivative disputes, mergers and acquisitions disputes, including post-closing disputes, and a variety of other commercial matters. He also has extensive experience in class action litigation, representing corporations and businesses in matters involving antitrust, securities fraud, residential and commercial mortgage practices, commercial leasing and other retail sales and marketing practices, and has experience in SEC and other governmental investigations.

Career

Illinois Leading Lawyers (cited in multiple years)

Irish Legal 100 Honoree (2015, 2016)

Professional Memberships

American Bar Association

International Bar Association

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Guide to the USA

Insurance: Dispute Resolution: Reinsurance - Illinois

Band 3
Band 3

Individual Editorial
Jim Boland is retained by clients for representation in disputes relating to life insurance, casualty and property, including class action claims.

Strengths

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  • He is highly knowledgeable about the subject matter and conducts an excellent cross-examination of a witness. He also has the foresight while considering the commercial ramifications of the case.

    Insurance: Dispute Resolution: ReinsuranceChambers Guide to the USA
  • Jim is exceptional at trial and is knowledgeable and impressive.

    Insurance: Dispute Resolution: ReinsuranceChambers Guide to the USA

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