Atty. Brian Philip Paul

Atty. Brian Philip Paul

Brian Philip Paul is a lawyer practicing admiralty & maritime, antitrust & trade law, bankruptcy & debt and 3 other areas of law. Brian received a B.A. degree from Emory University in 2000, and has been licensed for 23 years.

Chicago Chicago 23 yrs experience 23 year
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Profile Summary

About Brian Philip Paul at a glance

Brian Philip Paul is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Michael Best & Friedrich LLP. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on formation, employment, bankruptcy, and maritime. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2003), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (2003), and U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois Indiana (2004). Educated at Vanderbilt University Law School (J.D., 2003) and Emory University (B.A., 2000). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Brian Philip Paul is a lawyer practicing admiralty & maritime, antitrust & trade law, bankruptcy & debt and 3 other areas of law
  • Brian received a B.A. degree from Emory University in 2000, and has been licensed for 23 years
  • Brian practices at Michael Best & Friedrich LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Brian Philip Paul's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian Philip Paul 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 Philip Paul

Where is Brian Philip Paul's law office located?
Brian Philip Paul's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Michael Best & Friedrich LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brian Philip Paul handle?
Brian Philip Paul focuses on formation, employment, bankruptcy, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Brian Philip Paul practiced law?
Brian Philip Paul has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Brian Philip Paul go to law school?
Brian Philip Paul earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (B.A., 2000).
How can I contact Brian Philip Paul for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Vanderbilt University Law School
- 2003
B.A.
Emory University
- 2000

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2003
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 2003
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois Indiana
Admitted: 2004

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