Atty. Emile Karafiol

Atty. Emile Karafiol

Emile Karafiol is a lawyer practicing litigation, corporate, private equity and 2 other areas of law. Emile received a Ph.D. degree from Cornell University in 1965, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Chicago Chicago 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About Emile Karafiol at a glance

Emile Karafiol is an Of Counsel based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Kirkland & Ellis LLP. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1979) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1979). Educated at University of Chicago (J.D., 1979) and Cornell University (Ph.D. European, 1965). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Emile Karafiol is a lawyer practicing litigation, corporate, private equity and 2 other areas of law
  • Emile received a Ph.D. degree from Cornell University in 1965, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Emile practices at Kirkland & Ellis LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Emile Karafiol's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Civil Litigation

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

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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 Emile Karafiol

Where is Emile Karafiol's law office located?
Emile Karafiol's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Kirkland & Ellis LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Emile Karafiol handle?
Emile Karafiol focuses on business, m&a, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Emile Karafiol practiced law?
Emile Karafiol has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Emile Karafiol go to law school?
Emile Karafiol earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (Ph.D. European, 1965).
How can I contact Emile Karafiol for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Chicago
- 1979
Ph.D. European
Cornell University
- 1965

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1979

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