Atty. Eric Dorkin
Eric Dorkin is a lawyer practicing general practice, civil rights, appellate and 8 other areas of law. Eric received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Albany in 1988, and has been licensed for 28 years.
Appellate & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 28+ Years Experience
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About Eric Dorkin at a Glance
Eric Dorkin is a Senior Attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Clark Hill PLC. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on trusts, business, real estate, bankruptcy, and construction. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1998), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1998), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1999), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (2000). Educated at University of Iowa College of Law (J.D., 1998) and State University of New York at Albany (B.A., 1988). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric Dorkin
- Eric Dorkin is a lawyer practicing general practice, civil rights, appellate and 8 other areas of law
- Eric received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Albany in 1988, and has been licensed for 28 years
- Eric practices at Clark Hill PLC in Chicago, IL
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Eric Dorkin's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric Dorkin handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Trusts in Chicago
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Business & Corporate Law in Chicago
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Chicago
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Bankruptcy & Debt in Chicago
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
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Construction Law 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 Dorkin
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 Dorkin's practice in the field of trusts, business, real estate, bankruptcy, and construction.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric Dorkin brings 28+ 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 Dorkin can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, business, and real estate, Eric Dorkin 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 Dorkin 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 Dorkin Handles in Chicago
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