Atty. Christopher E. Sherer
Chris joined Giffin, Winning, Cohen & Bodewes, P.C. in 2004 and concentrates his practice in the areas of family law, state and local government law, general civil litigation, and appeals. Chris also represents several corporate clients and individual business owners in a variety of contexts, both personal and commercial.
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Christopher E. Sherer is a Partner based in Springfield, Illinois, practicing at Giffin, Winning, Cohen & Bodewes, P.C.. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on family law, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in Missouri (2000), Kansas (Inactive) (2001), and Illinois (2001). Educated at University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law (J.D. UMKC, 2000) and Southeast Missouri State University (B.S., 1997). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Montgomery County Bar Association, Sangamon County Bar Association, Illinois State Bar Association, Missouri Bar. Serands clients in Springfield, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Chris joined Giffin, Winning, Cohen & Bodewes, P.C. in 2004 and concentrates his practice in the areas of family law, state and local government law, general civil litigation, and appeals
- Chris also represents several corporate clients and individual business owners in a variety of contexts, both personal and commercial
PUBLICATIONS
- “Summary of Line-of-Duty Death Benefits for Firefighters in Illinois” (last modified Oct. 2010) http://www.sfm.illinois.gov/documents/LODD%20benefits%20summary%20October%202010.pdf “The Resurgence of Federalism: State Employees and the Eleventh Amendment,” 23 Hamline J. Pub
- L. & Pol’y 1 (Fall 2001). “Partial Terminations of Single Employer ERISA Qualified Retirement Plans: A Practical Look,” 68 UMKC L. Rev. 263 (Winter 1999). “Respondeat Superior Liability in Missouri for Injuries Sustained as a Result of Police Pursuits,” 68 UMKC L. Rev. 115 (Fall 1999)
- PRESENTATIONS/LECTURES: Illinois Municipal League 101st Annual Conference, “Real Estate Taxation,” Chicago, Illinois (September 19, 2014)
- University of Illinois/UCCI Education Seminar, “Fundamentals of Property Tax,” Springfield, Illinois (March 26, 2014)
- Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education: Ethics for the Government Attorney, “Serving the Public,” Springfield, Illinois (September 30, 2013). “Property Tax Basics,” Office of State’s Attorneys Appellate Prosecutor Conference for Newly Elected State’s Attorneys, Springfield, IL (January 23, 2013). “Property Tax Appeals: Primer on Deadlines and Procedures,” Illinois Association of County Officials Spring Conference, Springfield, IL (April 24, 2012). “Property Tax Basics,” Office of State’s Attorneys Appellate Prosecutor New State’s Attorneys Seminar, Springfield, IL (January 26, 2011). “Property Tax Overview”, Office of State’s Attorneys Appellate Prosecutor New State’s Attorneys Seminar, Springfield, IL (November 18, 2008)
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher E. Sherer 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.
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Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
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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 Springfield 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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