Atty. Barry Chafetz

Atty. Barry Chafetz

Barry Chafetz is a lawyer practicing personal injury, wrongful death, aviation litigation and 8 other areas of law. Barry received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years.

Chicago Chicago 54 Years Experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About Barry Chafetz at a glance

Barry Chafetz is a wrongful death, personal injury, business, slip & fall, and product liability attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1972), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1972), and U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois (1972). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1972) and University of Illinois (B.A. University, 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago Bar Association Illinois State Bar Association American Bar Association American Association for Justice Illinois Trial Lawyers Association American Board of Trial Advocates. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Barry Chafetz is a lawyer practicing personal injury, wrongful death, aviation litigation and 8 other areas of law
  • Barry received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Barry practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Barry Chafetz's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Death

Barry Chafetz is one of 28,053 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Illinois →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Barry Chafetz is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Barry Chafetz is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Barry Chafetz is one of 25,743 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Illinois →

Product Liability

Barry Chafetz is one of 60,257 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability 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 venue, 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 Barry Chafetz

Where is Barry Chafetz's law office located?
Barry Chafetz's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Barry Chafetz handle?
Barry Chafetz focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, business, slip & fall, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Barry Chafetz practiced law?
Barry Chafetz has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Barry Chafetz go to law school?
Barry Chafetz earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A. University, 1969).
How can I contact Barry Chafetz for a consultation?
You can contact Barry Chafetz 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 Barry Chafetz received?
Barry Chafetz's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Illinois
- 1972
B.A. University
University of Illinois
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 1972

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