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.
Admiralty & Maritime & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 34+ Years Experience
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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. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Brian Christopher Hlavin
- 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 Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian Christopher Hlavin handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Business Formation in Chicago
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Employment Law in Chicago
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Brian Christopher Hlavin is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →
Bankruptcy & Debt in Chicago
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Brian Christopher Hlavin is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Illinois →
Maritime & Admiralty Law in Chicago
Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.
Brian Christopher Hlavin is one of 11,459 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chicago Choose Brian Christopher Hlavin
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 Brian Christopher Hlavin's practice in the field of formation, employment, bankruptcy, and maritime.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Brian Christopher Hlavin brings 34+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana, Brian Christopher Hlavin can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering formation, employment, and bankruptcy, Brian Christopher Hlavin can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Brian Christopher Hlavin attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Brian Christopher Hlavin Handles in Chicago
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