Atty. Eric Arthur Berg
Eric Arthur Berg is a lawyer practicing construction law, commercial litigation. Eric Arthur received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1987, and has been licensed for 34 years.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 34+ Years Experience
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About Eric Arthur Berg at a Glance
Eric Arthur Berg is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Barnes & Thornburg LLP. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on business, construction, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1992), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1992), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (2001). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1992) and Yale University (B.A., 1987). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Immediate Past Chair, Project Performance Division, Forum on the Construction Industry) Bar Associations Nordic Law Club (President, 1996-1997, Chicago and American. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric Arthur Berg
- Eric Arthur Berg is a lawyer practicing construction law, commercial litigation
- Eric Arthur received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1987, and has been licensed for 34 years
- Eric Arthur practices at Barnes & Thornburg LLP in Chicago, IL
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Eric Arthur Berg's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric Arthur Berg handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Business & Corporate Law in Chicago
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Construction Law in Chicago
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Civil Litigation in Chicago
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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 venue, 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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chicago Choose Eric Arthur Berg
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Eric Arthur Berg's practice in the field of business, construction, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric Arthur Berg brings 34+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit, Eric Arthur Berg can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, construction, and litigation, Eric Arthur Berg can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Eric Arthur Berg attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Eric Arthur Berg Handles in Chicago
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