Atty. Craig Benson Futterman

Atty. Craig Benson Futterman

Craig Benson Futterman is a lawyer practicing civil rights. Craig received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Chicago Chicago 35 yrs experience 35 year
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About Craig Benson Futterman at a glance

Craig Benson Futterman is a civil rights attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1991). Educated at Stanford University (J.D., 1991) and Northwestern University (B.A., 1988). Active member of Chicago and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Craig Benson Futterman is a lawyer practicing civil rights
  • Craig received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Craig practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Craig Benson Futterman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Craig Benson Futterman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Rights

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

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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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Common questions about Craig Benson Futterman

Where is Craig Benson Futterman's law office located?
Craig Benson Futterman's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Craig Benson Futterman handle?
Craig Benson Futterman focuses on civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Craig Benson Futterman practiced law?
Craig Benson Futterman has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Craig Benson Futterman go to law school?
Craig Benson Futterman earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1988).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Stanford University
- 1991
B.A.
Northwestern University
- 1988

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1991

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