Thomas James Courtney

Background

Courtney, Thomas James was born on December 23, 1894 in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Son of James R. and Catherine (Hussey) Courtney.

Education

Educated Visitation Grammar school and Saint Rita’s High School, Chicago. Bachelor of Laws, Chicago Kent College of Law, 1926.

Career

Marie. Sergt. at arms and secretary City Council, Chicago, 1922-1927. Began practice of law, Chicago, 1926. Member Illinois Senate, 1926-1932.

State's attorney of Cook County, 1932-1945.

Judge Circuit Court, 1945-1964.

Achievements

• Thomas James Courtney has been listed as a reputable lawyer by Marquis Who's Who.

Membership

Member Illinois Senate, 1926-1932. Member Chicago Bar Association, Illinois State Bar Association, American Legion, Forty and Eight, Knights of Columbus. Club: Bob O’ Link Golf.

Connections

Married Kathryn Foley, July 19, 1917.

Father:

James R. Courtney

Mother:

Catherine (Hussey) Courtney

Spouse:

Kathryn Foley