Atty. Charles Benno Wolf

Atty. Charles Benno Wolf

Charles Benno Wolf is a lawyer practicing erisa, arbitration / grievances / mediation, collective bargaining and 8 other areas of law. Charles received a B.A. degree from Brown University in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years.

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Profile Summary

About Charles Benno Wolf at a glance

Charles Benno Wolf is a Shareholder based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Vedder Price. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, civil rights, and adr. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1975), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1975), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin (1977), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1978). Educated at University of Chicago (J.D., 1975) and Brown University (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Labor Section, Co-Chair, Subcommittee on Multi-Employer Benefit Plans, American Bar Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Charles Benno Wolf is a lawyer practicing erisa, arbitration / grievances / mediation, collective bargaining and 8 other areas of law
  • Charles received a B.A. degree from Brown University in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Charles practices at Vedder Price in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Charles Benno Wolf's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charles Benno Wolf handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

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

Charles Benno Wolf is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Charles Benno Wolf is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

Charles Benno Wolf is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Illinois →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Charles Benno Wolf is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Illinois →

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 Charles Benno Wolf

Where is Charles Benno Wolf's law office located?
Charles Benno Wolf's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Vedder Price. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Charles Benno Wolf handle?
Charles Benno Wolf focuses on employment, litigation, civil rights, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Charles Benno Wolf practiced law?
Charles Benno Wolf has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Charles Benno Wolf go to law school?
Charles Benno Wolf earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Charles Benno Wolf for a consultation?
You can contact Charles Benno Wolf directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Charles Benno Wolf received?
Charles Benno Wolf's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Chicago
- 1975
B.A.
Brown University
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1990

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