Atty. Benjamin Boris
Ben is an associate in the Litigation & Disputes practice group. He concentrates his practice on complex commercial litigation matters and insurance recovery for policyholders.
Insurance Law Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL
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About Benjamin Boris at a Glance
Benjamin Boris is a insurance attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP. Admitted to practice in Illinois, Illinois State Bar Association. Educated at University of Notre Dame (J.D., 2021) and University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign (B.A., 2018). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Benjamin Boris
- Ben is an associate in the Litigation & Disputes practice group
- He concentrates his practice on complex commercial litigation matters and insurance recovery for policyholders
- He also has experience representing fiduciaries of trusts and estates in litigation regarding the management of assets and other administrative challenges
- Ben assists in all aspects of litigation, mediation and arbitration and has experience arguing dispositive motions, taking and defending depositions, drafting pleadings and motion briefs, conducting legal research and performing discovery
- Ben also provides strategic assistance regarding the insurance aspects of complex corporate transactions
- Ben has also been recognized as an NGE Pro Bono All-Star in 2020, 2022, and 2023
- In 2020, Ben worked with Legal Aid Chicago to prepare a memorandum discussing First and Fourth Amendment claims protesters can assert to remedy protest-related police misconduct
- In 2022 and 2023, Ben represented an individual incarcerated in an Illinois state prison in the preparation and litigation of his petition for writ of habeas corpus
- In addition to his experience litigating insurance coverage disputes, Ben has authored articles regarding recent developments in insurance coverage law, including coverage for BIPA lawsuits and the consideration of evidence for purposes of determining duty to defend
- He also serves as a co-author of the “Duty To Defend” chapter of the IICLE Insurance Law guidebook and a Co-Chair of ABA ICLC Advertising/Intellectual Property Subcommittee
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Benjamin Boris's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Benjamin Boris handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Insurance Law in Chicago
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in Chicago Choose Benjamin Boris
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Benjamin Boris's practice in the field of insurance.
Focused Insurance Practice
Concentrating on insurance means Benjamin Boris's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Benjamin Boris attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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