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About Benjamin H. Cohen at a glance
Benjamin H. Cohen is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Schwartzberg, Barnett & Cohen. They have 63+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1963. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1963). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1963) and University of Chicago (B.A., 1960). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago (Member: Committees on Federal Civil Procedure, 1966-1978 Chair, 1972-1973 Insurance Law, 1970-1983 Real Property, 1981— Chair, 1994-1995) Illinois State and American Bar Associations Appellate Lawyers Association Decalogue Society of Lawyers. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Benjamin H. Cohen is a lawyer
- Benjamin received a B.A. degree from University of Chicago in 1960, and has been licensed for 63 years
- Benjamin practices at Schwartzberg, Barnett & Cohen in Chicago, IL
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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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