Atty. Brian Christopher Hlavin

Atty. Brian Christopher Hlavin

Atty. Brian Christopher Hlavin is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, employee benefits, admiralty & maritime and 3 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 34 yrs experience 34 year
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About Brian Christopher Hlavin at a glance

Brian Christopher Hlavin is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Baum Sigman Auerbach & Neuman, Ltd.. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on formation, employment, bankruptcy, and maritime. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1992), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1992), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana (1993), and Wisconsin (2003). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1992) and DePaul University (B.S., 1989). Active member of Chicago, Illinois State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Atty. Brian Christopher Hlavin is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, employee benefits, admiralty & maritime and 3 other areas of law
  • Brian received a B.S. degree from DePaul University in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Brian practices at Baum Sigman Auerbach & Neuman, Ltd. in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Brian Christopher Hlavin's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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Employment Law

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

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

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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 Brian Christopher Hlavin

Where is Brian Christopher Hlavin's law office located?
Brian Christopher Hlavin's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Baum Sigman Auerbach & Neuman, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brian Christopher Hlavin handle?
Brian Christopher Hlavin focuses on formation, employment, bankruptcy, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Brian Christopher Hlavin practiced law?
Brian Christopher Hlavin has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Brian Christopher Hlavin go to law school?
Brian Christopher Hlavin earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.S., 1989).
How can I contact Brian Christopher Hlavin for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1992
B.S.
DePaul University
- 1989

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana
Admitted: 1993
Wisconsin
Admitted: 2003

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