Atty. Barbara Jane Hillman

Atty. Barbara Jane Hillman

Barbara Jane Hillman is a lawyer practicing labor law, erisa, general practice and 3 other areas of law. Barbara received a B.A. degree from University of Chicago in 1963, and has been licensed for 59 years.

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Profile Summary

About Barbara Jane Hillman at a glance

Barbara Jane Hillman is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Cornfield and Feldman. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on employment, workers comp, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1967), U.S. District Court, Northern, Central and Southern Districts of Illinois, U.S. District Court, Nort (1967), and New York (1996). Educated at University of Chicago (J.D., 1966) and University of Chicago (B.A., 1963). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Barbara Jane Hillman is a lawyer practicing labor law, erisa, general practice and 3 other areas of law
  • Barbara received a B.A. degree from University of Chicago in 1963, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • Barbara practices at Cornfield and Feldman in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Barbara Jane Hillman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Barbara Jane Hillman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Barbara Jane Hillman is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Barbara Jane Hillman is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Illinois →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Barbara Jane Hillman is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Illinois →

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 Barbara Jane Hillman

Where is Barbara Jane Hillman's law office located?
Barbara Jane Hillman's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Cornfield and Feldman. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Barbara Jane Hillman handle?
Barbara Jane Hillman focuses on employment, workers comp, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Barbara Jane Hillman practiced law?
Barbara Jane Hillman has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did Barbara Jane Hillman go to law school?
Barbara Jane Hillman earned their education at (J.D., 1966); (B.A., 1963).
How can I contact Barbara Jane Hillman for a consultation?
You can contact Barbara Jane Hillman 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 Barbara Jane Hillman received?
Barbara Jane Hillman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Chicago
- 1966
B.A.
University of Chicago
- 1963

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1967
U.S. District Court, Northern, Central and Southern Districts of Illinois, U.S. District Court, Nort
Admitted: 1967
New York
Admitted: 1996

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