Atty. Nicholas E. Ballen

Atty. Nicholas E. Ballen

Nicholas E. Ballen is a lawyer practicing restructuring & bankruptcy.

Chicago Chicago 11 yrs experience 11 year
Call (872) 336-0719 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Nicholas E. Ballen at a glance

Nicholas E. Ballen is a bankruptcy attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 11+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2015. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois (2015). Educated at University of Illinois College of Law (J.D. Order, 2015) and Middlebury College (B.A., 2009). Active member of Professional & Community Involvement •Member, American Bankruptcy Institute, 2015-Present •Member, Chicago Bar Association, 2015-Present •Member, National LGBT Bar Association, 2015-Present. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Nicholas E. Ballen is a lawyer practicing restructuring & bankruptcy
  • Nicholas received a B.A. degree from Middlebury College in 2009, and has been licensed for 11 years
  • Nicholas practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Nicholas E. Ballen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Nicholas E. Ballen handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Bankruptcy & Debt

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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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

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Where is Nicholas E. Ballen's law office located?
Nicholas E. Ballen's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Nicholas E. Ballen handle?
Nicholas E. Ballen focuses on bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Nicholas E. Ballen practiced law?
Nicholas E. Ballen has 11+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2015.
Where did Nicholas E. Ballen go to law school?
Nicholas E. Ballen earned their education at (J.D. Order, 2015); (B.A., 2009).
How can I contact Nicholas E. Ballen for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. Order
University of Illinois College of Law
- 2015
B.A.
Middlebury College
- 2009

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 2015

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