Atty. Bernard L. Rivkin
Bernard L. Rivkin is a lawyer practicing litigation, appellate law, domestic relations law.
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Bernard L. Rivkin is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Bernard L. Rivkin. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on family law, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1974), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1974), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1974). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1974) and Roosevelt University (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Bernard L. Rivkin is a lawyer practicing litigation, appellate law, domestic relations law
- Bernard received a B.A. degree from Roosevelt University in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
- Bernard practices at Bernard L. Rivkin in Chicago, IL
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bernard L. Rivkin handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Bernard L. Rivkin is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
Bernard L. Rivkin is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Illinois →
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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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